Overview
- Two vehicles collided shortly after midday near Lake Pleasant Road, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
- Peoria police confirmed a female occupant died at the scene and a male driver was hospitalized with serious injuries.
- Each vehicle carried only its driver, and investigators reported one vehicle rolled in the impact.
- The highway is closed in both directions between 87th Avenue and New River Road, and drivers are being asked to use alternate routes.
- Peoria police are leading the investigation, and officials have not released identities or possible causes.