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Death Investigation Closes Westbound U.S. 60 Near Gold Canyon After Tactical Response

Westbound lanes remain shut between Mountain View Road and Superstition Mountain Drive.

Overview

  • ADOT initially closed both directions near milepost 201 shortly after 3 p.m., later reopening eastbound traffic.
  • Mesa police say this is a death investigation led by the homicide unit and not an officer-involved shooting.
  • Aerial footage showed numerous unmarked units and two armored vehicles concentrating on a dark pickup with a camper shell.
  • Officials have not disclosed what prompted the incident or whether anyone was injured.
  • Authorities report no estimated time to reopen and advise drivers to expect significant delays.