By Crash News Writer 
Phoenix, AZ (August 9, 2025) – A multi-vehicle collision Friday afternoon on State Route 51 in Phoenix left an Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) trooper injured. The crash occurred near Greenway Road at approximately 2 p.m.
According to reports, officials said the chain reaction began when a driver struck a tow truck before colliding with a DPS patrol vehicle. The trooper suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported for medical treatment. The Arizona Department of Transportation reported that the driver suspected of causing the crash may have been impaired. The incident blocked the far-right northbound lane for a period of time, causing traffic delays until the scene was cleared. The investigation remains ongoing.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
Details provided in this article are based on preliminary reports from authorities and may be updated as more information becomes available.
- The identity of the injured trooper has not been released.
- Further findings from the DPS investigation, including potential charges, will be shared once confirmed.
- For traffic advisories and road closure updates, motorists can monitor Arizona DOT resources.
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