A pedestrian fatality has halted traffic on southbound Interstate 17 near the Durango Curve in Phoenix. The incident, which occurred early Monday morning, resulted in the death of a pedestrian, with the crash initially blocking the roadway for several hours before reopening around 4:45 a.m., according to ABC15.
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) is actively working to thoroughly understand the cause of the crash. A 12News photojournalist was told by DPS that the man was allegedly seen throwing objects at cars before the fatal collision. The driver involved in the incident cooperated with authorities and showed no signs of impairment, as 12News reported.
Details surrounding the event are still sparse, with DPS withholding the pedestrian's identity and not providing further specifics at this time. The stretch of I-17 where the incident took place is a well-traveled route and the impact of the closure was felt by early morning commuters until the lanes were cleared. Officials are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have information to come forward as the investigation proceeds.
