On September 3, 2024, at approximately 2:00 AM, a collision occurred at the intersection of 19th Avenue and McDowell Road in Phoenix involving a Dodge Magnum and a locomotive. Phoenix Police and Fire Department crews responded swiftly to the scene after receiving reports of the incident.
Upon arrival, they found the vehicle heavily damaged. The driver, who sustained only minor injuries, managed to exit the car on their own. However, the passenger was trapped inside and required mechanical extrication by firefighters. After being successfully freed from the wreckage, the passenger was transported to a nearby trauma center with serious injuries.
The Phoenix Police Department has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collision. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.