Westbound I-10, Loop 202 reopened after Phoenix crash

PHOENIX — The westbound lanes of Interstate 10 and Loop 202 were reopened Thursday in Phoenix after being closed by a crash for hours.

Both freeways were closed at 16th Street, near the ministack interchange just east of downtown Phoenix. I-10 was reopened about 3 p.m. The Loop 202 was reopened about 30 minutes later.

Traffic was backed up for miles in areas around the crash.

Circumstances of the accident were not immediately available, but Arizona Department of Public Safety is searching for a vehicle that was possibly involved.

Initial reports 10/ 12th st: U-Haul fled the scene. There should be minor damage to the right side of the truck @Arizona_DPS @ArizonaDOT

— Officer Carrick Cook (@DPSOfficerCook) September 11, 2014

It is unknown if anyone was injured.

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