Three people lost their lives following a two-vehicle accident Thursday afternoon in Picacho.
As per the initial information, the fatal car crash took place on Interstate 10. The incident began at 9 a.m. when DPS attempted to stop a westbound SUV. The driver did not stop and took off, and troopers followed them. After some time, the SUV driver crossed the median into the eastbound lanes where it crashed head-on into a tractor-trailer.
Three occupants of the SUV were killed as a result of the collision. Customs and Border Protection is also investigating if the SUV is involved in “attempted human smuggling activity”. The identities of the victims have not been released at this time. No other information is available.
The incident remains under active review.
April 22, 2022