A central Phoenix street turned into a crime scene around midnight Friday when a woman was thrown from a vehicle near 19th Avenue and Grant Street, according to police. Fire crews found her with a leg injury and took her to a nearby hospital, where officials described her condition as non-life-threatening. Detectives have since launched an active investigation.
Police details
According to 12News, officers were dispatched to the area around midnight after reports of a fight. When they arrived, they found the woman in central Phoenix with a leg injury. The outlet reports that investigators believe she was thrown from a vehicle by an unknown person and that the vehicle had not been located. Citing the Phoenix Fire Department, the report notes that her injuries were considered non-life-threatening and that she was transported to a nearby hospital.
Search continues, police ask for tips
Police have not publicly identified any suspects, and investigators said the vehicle was still unaccounted for at the time of the initial report. Anyone who may have video or information from the area is urged to contact the Phoenix Police Department or local tip lines so detectives can follow up.
Why ejections are dangerous
Being thrown from a vehicle is relatively uncommon but often results in serious trauma. Federal crash data show that people who are ejected face much higher rates of severe injury and death than those who remain inside the vehicle. NHTSA reports that seat belt use significantly lowers the risk of being ejected, and that people who are thrown from vehicles are far more likely to suffer life-threatening injuries. It is a sobering reminder of why investigators are prioritizing the search for the vehicle and anyone involved.
Detectives continue to investigate and say they will release more details as they become available. This story will be updated if authorities share new information or announce any arrests.
