The Chandler crash occurred in the southbound lanes of Loop 101 near Chandler Boulevard at approximately 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4.
Chandler, AZ – A 12-year-old boy was killed following a multi-vehicle crash on Loop 101 in Chandler on Wednesday evening, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
The Chandler crash occurred in the southbound lanes of Loop 101 near Chandler Boulevard at approximately 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4.
Authorities said the child was a passenger in a Tesla that was struck by a pickup truck, triggering a chain-reaction collision involving a total of five vehicles. Investigators have not yet determined what led up to the crash.
The 12-year-old boy died as a result of the crash, officials said. Due to his age, his identity has not been released. Authorities also reported serious injuries, though the exact number of injured victims has not been disclosed.
The cause of the collision remains under investigation as officials continue gathering evidence from the scene.
Troopers with the Arizona Department of Public Safety responded to the crash and assisted victims while conducting the initial investigation.
The collision caused traffic backups for miles along the freeway, impacting the southbound lanes during the evening commute.
Authorities say the incident remains under investigation.
Arizona Crash Statistics
Traffic crashes continue to pose a significant risk across Arizona. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, the state recorded more than 122,000 crashes in 2023, resulting in over 1,300 fatalities and tens of thousands of injuries. Nationwide, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that over 42,000 people were killed in traffic crashes across the United States in 2022, underscoring the ongoing need for roadway safety awareness.
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