By Crash News Writer 
Buckeye, AZ (August 5, 2025) — One person was killed Monday night in a single-vehicle crash after their car veered off the roadway and ended up in a dry canal along State Route 85 in Buckeye.
According to reports, the collision occurred around 9:00 p.m. on August 4 near Broadway Road. Troopers with the Arizona Department of Public Safety responded and located the vehicle down in a canal adjacent to the highway. The victim, whose identity has not yet been released, was confirmed dead, although authorities have not stated whether the death occurred at the scene or later at a hospital.
Officials confirmed that the canal was dry at the time of the incident. No additional injuries have been reported, and it remains unclear what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway.
The crash remains under active investigation.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The information in this article is based on preliminary statements from the Arizona Department of Public Safety and may be updated as more details become available.
- Authorities have not released the name of the deceased individual, pending notification of their family.
- Investigators have not yet determined the cause of the crash or whether other factors, such as impairment or mechanical issues, were involved.
- For ongoing updates regarding traffic conditions along State Route 85, consult local traffic and public safety sources.
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