Multi-Car Crash on Interstate 10 Kills 1, Injures 1 [Avondale, AZ]

Avondale, AZ (August 8, 2026) — A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 WB in Avondale left one person dead and another seriously injured Thursday morning.

The collision happened shortly after 5:30 a.m. near Fairway Drive. Avondale firefighters responded to the scene and found two people with critical injuries. Both victims were taken to a nearby hospital, where one later died.

The crash prompted authorities to shut down the westbound lanes of I-10 for several hours as emergency crews worked at the scene. The freeway reopened around 9:00 a.m.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is investigating the cause of the fatal collision.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the victim. We hope they find comfort and strength during this difficult time, and we wish the injured victim a full and speedy recovery.

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