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Man Critically Hurt After Car Veers Onto Sidewalk in Central Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ (November 14, 2025) — On Wednesday afternoon, a man remains in critical condition after a two-vehicle crash on Central Avenue that sent a car onto a sidewalk and into him.
According to authorities, the collision happened shortly after 3 p.m. near Central Avenue and McDowell Road.
Police say two vehicles collided when a dark-colored car sped through a red light and clipped another vehicle attempting a left turn. The impact caused the speeding car to swerve off the roadway and strike a man on the sidewalk.
No other injuries were reported. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.
Let’s Drive Safer Together
High-speed crashes can occur in the blink of an eye, but so many are preventable with small, intelligent decisions. Pay attention, don’t get distracted (say, by texting) and never drive after drinking. As ever – obey speed limits, buckle up and keep plenty of room between yourself and other vehicles. These are small enough measures to save lives — including your own.
We can all take steps to help keep our roads safe for ourselves, our families and our communities.
If you or someone you love has been hurt in a pedestrian collision, seek medical care immediately and make sure the incident is properly documented. Safe and alert driving can help prevent tragedies like this.
Let Sweet Lawyers Guide You
Sweet Lawyers can offer you assistance in cases involving personal injury as a result of traffic-related accidents. If you have been injured in a car, bike, or truck accident that was someone else’s fault, there are several roads you can take, and it’s easy to feel lost when dealing with this sort of legal situation. Our dedicated attorneys provide all those affected by personal injuries options. We assist in collecting crucial evidence, including accident reports, medical records, and witness statements, in order to create a solid case for you.
Our legal firm know how insurance companies operate and will fight for you and your right to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Sweet Lawyers also take care of all paperwork and will deal with insurance adjusters and the state’s legal system, so you can focus on your well-being instead of legal stress.
When you work with Sweet Lawyers, you’ll be provided with personalized assistance and aggressive representation. Rest assured that our team knows exactly what it takes to win your case. We aim to help you and your loved one recover from the results of a traffic accident.
Speak with Sweet Lawyers to learn more about personal injury claim. Call us at (800) 674-7852 or visit our website here.

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