Multiple People Injured in Wrong-Way Crash on Interstate 10 Near Ray Road [Phoenix, AZ]

Police Investigate Wrong-Way Crash on Interstate 10 in Phoenix

PHOENIX, AZ (July 17, 2026)— A reported wrong-way crash on Interstate 10  involving multiple vehicles injured several people near Chandler on July 17.

Arizona Department of Public Safety troopers responded to the crash shortly after 6:30 p.m. near milepost 159, close to the Ray Road off-ramp. When troopers arrived, they found several vehicles involved in the collision.

DPS confirmed that multiple people suffered injuries. Authorities did not immediately disclose the total number of injured victims, but they reported that at least one person sustained critical injuries.

Investigators suspect that the wrong-way driver was impaired. Officials have not released additional details about the events leading to the crash or identified the people involved.

Emergency crews closed lanes while responders assisted the injured, investigated the scene, and removed the damaged vehicles. Authorities later reopened all affected lanes.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety continues to investigate the collision.

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