Auto-Pedestrian Crash on 19th Avenue Claims a Life [Phoenix, AZ]

Phoenix, AZ (March 14, 2026) — On Tuesday, a man lost his life after a late-night vehicle crash on 19th Avenue near Buckeye Road in Phoenix.

Phoenix police responded to the scene around 11:21 p.m. after receiving reports of a crash involving a pedestrian. When officers arrived, they discovered a man trapped beneath a vehicle in the driveway area of an apartment complex.

Emergency crews quickly worked to free the victim from under the vehicle and rushed him to a hospital in critical condition. Despite medical efforts, he later died from his injuries.

Preliminary findings indicate the man had been lying in the driveway when the vehicle struck him. Authorities said the driver remained at the scene following the incident.

Investigators continue to examine the circumstances that led to the fatal crash. Officials have not yet released the victim’s identity.

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We at Sweet Lawyers extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim during this painful time. Losing someone in a sudden and tragic incident is heartbreaking, and we hope the community’s support brings comfort as they grieve.

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