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Child Killed, Four Hurt in Rollover That Shuts Northbound I-17 in Phoenix

Detectives are keeping northbound lanes closed during the crash investigation.

Overview

  • The single-vehicle rollover, which DPS said happened around 7:30 a.m. Sunday near Peoria Avenue, left one child dead at the scene.
  • Arizona DPS reported four other occupants suffered serious injuries and were taken to hospitals.
  • Northbound I-17 is closed at Peoria Avenue, and ADOT is diverting traffic with re-entry at Cactus Road.
  • Authorities say the shutdown will last for an extended period with no estimate to reopen as detectives document evidence.
  • Officials have not released identities or a cause, and video from the area showed the vehicle on its roof near the Peoria on-ramp.