1 Critically Injured in Rollover Crash on Interstate 10 Near 59th Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Police Investigate Crash on Interstate 10 in Phoenix

PHOENIX, AZ (September 17, 2026)— One person suffered life-threatening injuries in a crash on Interstate 10 Thursday morning after an SUV rolled over and struck a concrete median wall near 59th Avenue in Phoenix, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

The crash happened shortly before 10:30 a.m. near milepost 139.

According to DPS, the driver lost control of the SUV before the vehicle crashed into the freeway’s concrete median wall and rolled over.

Investigators said a possible tire failure may have contributed to the driver losing control. Authorities have not yet confirmed the exact cause of the collision.

Several people were inside the SUV at the time of the crash.

DPS reported that at least one occupant sustained life-threatening injuries. Officials did not immediately provide additional information about that person’s condition or whether any of the other occupants suffered injuries.

Emergency personnel responded to the scene to assist those involved and investigate the collision.

Authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the rollover, including whether a mechanical or tire-related problem played a role.

Additional information about the crash was not immediately available.

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