A tragic accident occurred on Monday evening, August 19, 2024, on the L-202 Eastbound near Scottsdale Road, leading to the deaths of at least two individuals. The collision, which took place at approximately 8:14 PM, involved a white pickup truck and a black SUV. According to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Tempe Fire Department, the vehicles collided at a high rate of speed.
First responders arrived at the scene shortly after the incident and confirmed the fatalities. The severity of the crash forced authorities to close all eastbound lanes of the freeway, requiring traffic to exit at Rural and Scottsdale Roads for several hours.
The DPS has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collision. Further details are expected as the investigation continues.
This incident serves as a somber reminder of the dangers of high-speed driving and the importance of road safety.