Deputy & 3 Inmates Injured in Startling Vehicle Crash near 19th Avenue and Interstate 17 [Phoenix, AZ]

Injuries Reported in Phoenix Auto Accident near 19th Avenue and Interstate 17

PHOENIX, AZ (July 27, 2026) – Friday night, a detention deputy and three inmates sustained injuries in a startling vehicle crash near 19th Avenue and Interstate 17.

The incident happened at about 8:30 p.m. near 19th Avenue and Interstate 17.

According to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, four people were injured after a vehicle ran a red light and struck an inmate transport van.

Officials said a detention deputy and three inmates were transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

What’s Next after the Startling Vehicle Crash near 19th Avenue and Interstate 17

It is important to drive defensively/abide by all driving laws. By doing so, you can ensure your safety and the safety of surrounding vehicles, motorists, and pedestrians.

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