Fatal Vehicle Collision on Interstate 17 S at W Northern Ave

Fatal Vehicle Collision on Interstate 17 S at W Northern Ave

PHOENIX — A tragic crash occurred last night on the southbound lanes of Interstate 17 near W Northern Avenue that has been confirmed as a fatal vehicle incident.

⏱ Timeline of Events

• 8:38:21 PM MST — A 911 call reported an unconfirmed incident of a person struck by a vehicle at I-17 S & W Northern Ave.
• 8:38:22 PM MST — Police responded to the scene and began assessment.
• 9:15:50 PM MST — Firefighters were dispatched to the location.
• 9:15:57 PM MST — Fire crew requested expedited police assistance.
• 9:17:04 PM MST — A citizen-filmed video showed the roadway closed by police, with crime-scene tape visible.
• 9:22:54 PM MST — Law enforcement began diverting traffic, redirecting westbound freeway traffic to eastbound routes.
• 9:23:04 PM MST — Officials confirmed that the incident resulted in a fatality and that an investigation is ongoing.
• 9:23:10 PM MST — Police said they were coordinating with traffic management to determine the total duration of the closure.
• 9:23:22 PM MST — Authorities estimated the road closures may last a couple of hours.
• 9:24:26 PM MST — Traffic control was adjusted to avoid vehicles entering opposing traffic on the exit ramp.
• 9:24:32 PM MST — Additional rerouting efforts: vehicles were being diverted away from the exit ramp to prevent head-on or wrong-way entry.

🚨 Current Status

• The crash scene remains active and under investigation by Phoenix police.
• The southbound exit ramp at W Northern Ave is closed, with traffic being redirected.
• Officials advise motorists to expect delays in the area and to use alternate routes.
• No further information has yet been released regarding the identity of the victim or suspect vehicle(s).

ℹ️ What We Know & What’s Pending

What we know:

• The incident has been confirmed as a fatality.
• Traffic is being actively redirected to ensure public safety and preserve the integrity of the crime scene.
• Investigators are on site gathering evidence, adjusting traffic control, and estimating roadway reopening.

What we don’t yet know:

• The identity of the deceased.
• Whether any driver has been arrested or identified.
• The exact cause of the crash or whether impairment, speed, or other factors played a role.
• How long lane closures will remain in effect beyond the “couple of hours” estimate.

✅ For Motorists & Residents

• Avoid the I-17 southbound exit at W Northern Ave until the scene is cleared.
• Use alternate routes such as nearby arterials or freeways.
• Be alert for emergency vehicles and traffic personnel directing reroutes.
• Stay informed via local traffic and news updates for further changes or reopenings.
• Drive cautiously in the area — even after lanes reopen, residual delays and changed traffic patterns may persist.

This remains a developing story. We will provide further updates when more official information becomes available.

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