Buckeye, AZ – 5 Teens Hospitalized After Crash on Fifth Ave at Alarcon Blvd

Buckeye, AZ (February 24, 2020) – Officers from the Buckeye Police Department are investigating a Friday night crash that sent five teenagers to a hospital.

The crash, which occurred around 7:15 p.m. on Fifth Avenue West between Alarcon Boulevard and Escalante Avenue, involved a 16-year-old driver along with two 18-year-old passengers and one 17-year-old passenger. Buckeye Police Department spokesperson Donna Rossi said that the four teenagers were all transported to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The fifth person hurt in the accident, a 16-year-old male, was apparently outside of the vehicle when authorities arrived on the scene and sustained life-threatening injuries. He was transported to an area hospital, where he remains in extremely critical condition as of Monday afternoon.

The accident is still under investigation, according to Rossi.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Injurious Vehicle Accidents in Arizona

Per a report from the Arizona Department of Transportation, nearly 50,000 crash injuries occurred statewide in 2018, many of them caused by impaired or driver negligence. These injurious accidents result in tragic consequences for victims, such as long-term injuries, expensive hospital bills, and other financial difficulties. When these accidents are caused by larger trucks or involve oversized vehicles, the aftermath can be even more devastating for victims.

But those affected can seek help from an accident lawyer to seek the justice they deserve.

At ELG Law, our skilled team of auto accident lawyers specializes in fighting for victims and their families after they’ve experienced these devastating incidents due to the negligence of other drivers. Contact our accident attorneys today at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.

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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.