Steven Berbaum Killed in Brutal Crash on Hunt Highway [Florence, AZ]

1 Dead in Florence Auto Accident on Hunt Highway near Oasis Lane

FLORENCE, AZ (December 10, 2024) – Monday morning, 52-year-old Steven Berbaum died in a brutal crash on Hunt Highway.

Reports said that the incident happened at about 8:00 a.m. on Hunt Highway near Oasis Lane in Pinal County.

52-year-old Berbaum was observed speeding, swerving, and nearly forcing other drivers off Hunt Highway before the crash.

According to the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy spotted Berbaum near Oasis Lane and had to swerve off the road to avoid a collision as Berbaum nearly struck his vehicle. When the deputy attempted a traffic stop, Berbaum crossed into oncoming traffic, rolled over, and collided with four other vehicles.

Berbaum was transported to the hospital, where he later died. Another driver sustained minor injuries. Hunt Highway was closed in both directions between Heritage and Arizona Farms for over seven hours, reopening around 4:30 p.m.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences to the family and community of the victim.

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Moving Forward after the Loss of Steven Berbaum

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