Man Critically Injured in 3-Vehicle Crash on 51st Avenue and Cactus Road [Phoenix, AZ]

Police Investigate Crash on 51st Avenue and Cactus Road in Phoenix

PHOENIX, AZ (August 7. 2026)— Two people were hospitalized Friday afternoon following a three-vehicle crash on 51st Avenue and Cactus Road in north Phoenix.

According to the Phoenix Fire Department, emergency crews responded to the intersection at approximately 4 p.m. after receiving reports of the collision.

Paramedics transported a man to a hospital in critical condition. A woman involved in the crash was also taken to a hospital and was listed in stable condition.

Authorities did not immediately release additional information about the identities of the injured individuals or specify which vehicles they occupied.

After firefighters and medical personnel completed their response, officials turned the scene over to the Phoenix Police Department for further investigation.

Police have not yet announced what caused the collision or whether speed, impairment, distraction, failure to yield, or another factor contributed to the crash. Authorities also have not disclosed whether citations or charges are expected.

Investigators will continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the three-vehicle collision.

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