18-Year-Old Loses Life in Tragic Wrong-Way Crash in Phoenix

PHOENIX — A tragic accident occurred on Interstate 17 Wednesday morning, involving a wrong-way driver. The incident took place at milepost 196, near 7th Avenue in south Phoenix, prompting a swift response from authorities.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety reported that an 18-year-old woman driving the wrong way was killed in the crash. Meanwhile, another driver—a man—sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital. Their identities have not been released.

According to officials, southbound lanes were temporarily closed as the situation was assessed but reopened shortly before 7:30 a.m. The cause of the collision remains unclear as the investigation progresses.

Further updates are expected as authorities continue to gather information on this developing story.