A fiery two-vehicle crash in north Phoenix on Tuesday night left one person dead and three others in critical condition, officials said. The collision happened near 35th Avenue and Bell Road around 8 p.m., where arriving crews found at least one car fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters pulled at least one person from the wreckage, but one victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Scene and response
The Phoenix Fire Department told Arizona's Family that crews got to the crash shortly after 8 p.m. and found one vehicle on fire. Firefighters quickly knocked down the flames while paramedics treated the victims. Two women and one man were taken to nearby hospitals in critical condition, according to officials.
Injuries and investigation
"One person was pulled from the car," Phoenix Fire officials told Arizona's Family. One person died at the scene. Phoenix police have opened an investigation but have not released the names of those involved or any information about what led up to the collision.
What officials say
Authorities have not provided further details about the circumstances surrounding the crash, and there is no information yet on possible impairment or any potential charges. Crews cleared the area after extinguishing the fire, and investigators continue to work the case.
Next steps
This remains a developing story. This post will be updated as Phoenix police or fire officials release additional information.
