Adolfo Hernandez Salazar Arrested in Tragic Crash on I-19 [Nogales, AZ]

Wrong-Way Pursuit Crash on I-19 in Nogales Leaves Two Dead

Nogales, AZ (January 25, 2026) — On Thursday, 2 people were killed and several hurt after a wrong-way crash on I-19 that led to the arrest of Adolfo Hernandez Salazar.

According to authorities, a pursuit involving U.S. Border Patrol ended in a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 19 in Nogales, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries.

Arizona Department of Public Safety officials said Adolfo Hernandez Salazar attempted to flee from Border Patrol agents when he drove the wrong direction on Interstate 19 near kilometer marker 11 and struck another vehicle head-on. Two passengers in Salazar’s vehicle died, while a third suffered serious injuries. The driver of the other vehicle also sustained serious injuries.

After the crash, Salazar ran from the scene but officers quickly apprehended him nearby. Authorities treated him for non-life-threatening injuries before booking him into the Santa Cruz County Jail. He now faces two counts of first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated assault, and additional charges related to the incident.

Several agencies responded to the crash, which shut down Interstate 19 for hours before reopening early the following morning. The investigation remains ongoing, and officials will release the victims’ names after notifying their families.

Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in this tragic crash. Our thoughts are with everyone affected as they cope with this devastating loss.

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