Valley Metro Bus Driver Injured in Fatal Collision on I-10
Phoenix, AZ (April 30, 2022) On Friday, a motorist was killed and a bus driver was injured in a bus-truck collision on Interstate 10.
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) says that the fatal crash happened at around 11:50 p.m. near milepost 141.
Authorities say that the pickup truck collided at the rear of a Valley Metro bus near 35th Avenue.
Reports say that the pickup driver sustained fatal injuries while the bus driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
The DPS is investigating the incident and has not released further information at this time.
However, the DPS does not suspect impairment as a factor in the crash.
We at Sweet Lawyers extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased. May the bereaved find peace and strength in this time of grief. We also wish the injured party a quick recovery.
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