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I-10 temporarily closed in Phoenix after fatal vehicle-pedestrian collision

Oct 25, 2024, 6:16 AM

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A fatal vehicle-pedestrian collision backed up traffic on a Phoenix freeway on Friday morning, Oct. 25, 2024. (Arizona Department of Transportation Traffic Camera)

(Arizona Department of Transportation Traffic Camera)

PHOENIX — A fatal vehicle-pedestrian collision impeded traffic on a Phoenix freeway before rush hour revved up Friday morning, authorities said.

Eastbound Interstate 10 was temporarily closed near the I-17 “Stack” interchange after the collision, which occurred before 4 a.m.

The pedestrian died after being taken to a hospital, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

The roadway reopened before 6 a.m., before the crash could cause a significant disruption on the morning commute.

No other details about the vehicle-pedestrian collision were immediately available.

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I-10 temporarily closed in Phoenix after fatal vehicle-pedestrian collision