70-Year-Old Jogger Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash near Baseline Road and 48th Street [Tempe, AZ]

Injuries Reported in Tempe Accident near Baseline Road and 48th Street

 
TEMPE, AZ (October 12, 2021) – Monday morning, a 70-year-old jogger sustained injuries in a multi-vehicle crash near Baseline Road and 48th Street.
 
At about 7:30 a.m., a speeding Ford Flex driver traveled on Baseline Road. Then, the driver hit a work truck driving in the westbound lane.
 
Afterward, the truck veered right and crashed with a Valley Metro bus.
 
Meanwhile, the Flex’s driver continued until it crashed into a curb and landed over on its side.
 
Then, the vehicle continued to the sidewalk until it hit a 70-year-old man jogging along Baseline Road.
 
Responders took the jogger to the hospital for serious injuries.
 
Meanwhile, the Flex’s driver showed signs of impairment. They also said that the car should have had an ignition interlock device installed.
 
Thus, authorities arrested the driver on charges of aggravated assault.
 
Meanwhile, the drivers of the other vehicles suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

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Moving Forward in a Multi-Vehicle Accident

 
According to the US Department of Transportation, there are nearly 300,000 merging accidents every year.
 
Indeed, common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, one must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath.
 
Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights.
 
Ultimately, we value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we want them to know that injuries sustained in an accident often don’t become apparent until months later when it is too late.
 
Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers says that the crash in Tempe may call for a separate investigation. Moreover, an experienced attorney can spearhead fighting on behalf of the injured party.
 
If you have been involved in a dangerous multi-vehicle accident, reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Furthermore, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your injury case. Let us fight for you, and achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a professional.