Teen Pedestrian Crash on Arizona Avenue Leaves Student Critically Injured [Chandler, AZ]

17-Year-Old Boy Critical After Crash on Arizona Avenue in Chandler

Chandler, AZ (April 2, 2026) – A 17-year-old boy suffered critical injuries after a vehicle struck him in a crash on Arizona Avenue on Thursday, according to police and fire officials.

The crash happened near Arizona Avenue and Detroit Street. When Chandler firefighters arrived, they found the teen lying in the street after the collision. 

Emergency responders took him to a hospital, where he remained in extremely critical condition.

According to witness statements cited by the Chandler Police Department, the teen had been walking across the street outside a marked crosswalk when the vehicle hit him. 

Police said the driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.

In a text message to parents, Chandler High School said the injured teen is a student and noted that some students may have witnessed the crash around the end of second lunch. School officials asked the community to keep the student in their thoughts.

The crash remains under investigation.

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