Mesa, Arizona, November 25, 2025
A tragic accident in Mesa occurred when a motorcyclist collided with an SUV, resulting in the motorcyclist being ejected and subsequently struck by a bus. The accident happened near the intersection of Broadway Road and Spencer Street at around 7 p.m. Following the incident, six individuals were transported to the hospital, while the driver and passenger of the SUV fled the scene. Authorities are currently investigating the crash.
Mesa, Arizona: Motorcyclist Fatally Struck by Bus After SUV Collision
Mesa, Arizona – A tragic accident occurred on Monday evening when a motorcyclist collided with an SUV, was ejected from the motorcycle, and subsequently struck by a bus. The incident took place near the intersection of Broadway Road and Spencer Street.
Details of the Incident
At approximately 7 p.m., a Dodge truck ran a stop sign and collided with the left front of a Valley Metro bus at Broadway and Spencer Street. This collision caused the bus to veer left, crossing all eastbound lanes of traffic, and resulted in the bus crashing into several cars before coming to a stop after crashing into a home in the area. Six people were transported to the hospital following the accident. The driver and passenger of the Dodge truck fled the scene, and detectives are working to identify and locate them as they could face charges for leaving the scene of an accident. The crash remains under investigation.
Background Information
Accidents involving motorcyclists and buses are rare but can be particularly devastating due to the size and weight disparity between the two vehicles. In Mesa, there have been previous incidents involving motorcyclists, including a fatal crash in April 2025 on the US 60 freeway, where multiple vehicles, including a motorcycle, collided, resulting in one death.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this latest incident to determine the exact causes and to implement measures aimed at preventing similar accidents in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened in the accident in Mesa?
At approximately 7 p.m., a Dodge truck ran a stop sign and collided with the left front of a Valley Metro bus at Broadway and Spencer Street. This collision caused the bus to veer left, crossing all eastbound lanes of traffic, and resulted in the bus crashing into several cars before coming to a stop after crashing into a home in the area. Six people were transported to the hospital following the accident. The driver and passenger of the Dodge truck fled the scene, and detectives are working to identify and locate them as they could face charges for leaving the scene of an accident. The crash remains under investigation.
Have there been similar incidents in Mesa?
Yes, in April 2025, a fatal crash occurred on the US 60 freeway in Mesa, where multiple vehicles, including a motorcycle, collided, resulting in one death.
What are the authorities doing about this incident?
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this latest incident to determine the exact causes and to implement measures aimed at preventing similar accidents in the future.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Broadway Road and Spencer Street, Mesa, Arizona |
| Time | Approximately 7 p.m. on Monday evening |
| Vehicles Involved | Dodge truck, Valley Metro bus, multiple cars, residential home |
| Casualties | Six people transported to the hospital; driver and passenger of the Dodge truck fled the scene |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing; detectives working to identify and locate the fleeing individuals |
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