2 Killed in Fiery Rollover Crash on Loop 202 Near Loop 101 [Tempe, AZ]

Police Investigate Fiery Rollover Crash on Loop 202 in Tempe

Tempe, AZ (July 9, 2026) – Two people died after a vehicle rolled over and caught fire in a crash on Loop 202 Sunday afternoon, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

First responders arrived shortly before 5:30 p.m. in the westbound lanes of Loop 202 near Loop 101.

Troopers said the driver believed to be at fault merged into the HOV lane and struck another vehicle that was either stopped or traveling very slowly.

According to investigators, the driver swerved and rear-ended the other vehicle. The impact forced the second vehicle into the median wall, where it overturned and caught fire.

Two people inside the overturned vehicle died at the scene.

Authorities have not publicly identified the victims pending notification of their next of kin. Officials also have not released additional information about the other driver or whether citations or charges may follow.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety continues to investigate the fatal crash.

Sweet Lawyers extends our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of the deceased. May the bereaved find solace and strength in this extremely trying time.

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