By Crash News Writer 
Rock Point, AZ (August 9, 2025) – A late-night crash in northern Apache County claimed one life and left two others critically injured Monday night. Navajo Police Department Chinle District, along with Navajo Nation Fire & Rescue, responded to the scene on U.S. Highway 191 in Rock Point just before 10 p.m.
According to reports, the collision involved three vehicles, one of which burst into flames. Authorities confirmed that alcohol was a factor in the crash. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, while two others suffering from critical trauma injuries were flown to hospitals in Farmington, New Mexico, and Flagstaff, Arizona, for emergency treatment. The identity of the deceased has not been released, and the investigation into the deadly collision remains active.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The details in this article come from initial law enforcement reports and may change as the investigation moves forward.
- Officials have not yet confirmed the name of the person who died, pending notification of family members.
- Additional details, including possible charges and complete crash reconstruction findings, will be released when available.
- Drivers in the area are advised to stay updated on road conditions and detours through Navajo Nation Police or Arizona DOT alerts.
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