By Crash News Writer 
Phoenix, AZ (May 30, 2025) – An overnight crash on a north Phoenix freeway sent three people to the hospital early Thursday morning, disrupting traffic for several hours.
According to reports, the two-vehicle collision occurred around 1 a.m. on the Loop 101 Pima Freeway at Tatum Road, near the Desert Ridge area. Arizona Department of Public Safety troopers and Phoenix firefighters responded swiftly to the scene.
Emergency crews found three individuals injured in the aftermath. A 19-year-old man suffered critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital. Two women were also hospitalized, both reported to be in stable condition.
Authorities closed the eastbound lanes of Loop 101 for approximately one hour to allow for medical transport and roadway cleanup. The cause of the crash remains under investigation as officials continue to gather information.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
- Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
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