Glendale, AZ (August 5, 2025) — A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a pickup truck while riding his bicycle to school early Friday morning in Glendale.

According to reports, the crash occurred on August 1 near the intersection of 67th Avenue and Deer Valley Road. Glendale Police said the teen, a freshman at Mountain Ridge High School, was riding through a crosswalk when he was hit by the truck.

First responders transported the boy to a local hospital, where he remains in critical but stable condition. Officers noted the teen was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

The driver of the pickup truck remained at the scene and is cooperating fully with investigators. Police have not indicated that impairment was a factor, and the incident remains under active investigation to determine whether any charges will be filed.

Traffic restrictions remain in place near the crash site as authorities continue their analysis.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

This article is based on information released by the Glendale Police Department and public records at the time of writing. Further updates may be provided as the investigation continues.

• The teen’s name has not been released, pending family privacy considerations.
• Officers continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash to determine if any violations occurred.
• Parents and community members can monitor traffic safety updates through local law enforcement and city safety campaigns.

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