Phoenix, December 27, 2025
Recent pedestrian accidents in Phoenix, particularly in west Phoenix, highlight serious safety concerns. An adult male pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle, with impairment believed to be a factor. This incident follows another fatal crash involving a woman in the West Valley and underscores the growing issue of pedestrian safety on local roadways. Authorities continue to investigate the incidents, aiming to identify contributing factors and prevent future tragedies.
Phoenix
A man tragically died after being struck by a vehicle in west Phoenix on Friday night, December 26, 2025. The fatal incident occurred before 11 p.m. near the intersection of 35th and Northern avenues. Authorities from the Phoenix Police Department reported that the adult male pedestrian was attempting to cross Northern Avenue outside of a designated crosswalk when he was hit by a vehicle. Impairment is believed to be a factor in this crash, and the driver involved was processed for a DUI. The man was pronounced dead at the scene by the Phoenix Fire Department, and his identity has not yet been released.
Additional Fatalities and Injuries Highlight Ongoing Road Safety Concerns
This recent tragedy follows another fatal incident in the West Valley, where a 46-year-old woman was killed in a collision reported around midnight on Friday, December 26, 2025. Glendale police responded to reports of an unconscious person on the roadway near 91st Avenue and Camelback Road. Upon arrival, officers found that a vehicle had struck a woman, who later died from her injuries. The driver involved in this incident remained at the scene. The woman’s name has not been disclosed, and the crash remains under investigation.
The severity of pedestrian-involved collisions has also been evident in other recent events. On December 24, 2025, a pedestrian in south Phoenix sustained life-threatening injuries after being involved in a crash at the intersection of 16th Street and Broadway Road. Emergency responders transported the injured man to a nearby hospital. According to Phoenix police, the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators, and impairment was not believed to be a contributing factor in that collision. Just days earlier, on December 20, 2025, another pedestrian suffered injuries after being struck by a vehicle near West Campbell Avenue in Phoenix. Similarly, on December 23, 2025, emergency crews responded to a reported pedestrian accident near E Highland Avenue in Phoenix, where a vehicle struck a pedestrian, resulting in injuries. Another pedestrian crash was reported late on December 22, 2025, near N Black Cyn Hwy in Phoenix, where a pedestrian was injured.
Recent Pattern of Pedestrian Incidents in West Phoenix
These incidents contribute to a concerning trend of pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries across Phoenix, particularly in the west Phoenix area. Just weeks prior, on December 2, 2025, a 27-year-old woman, identified as Essence Stevenson, died after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Camelback Road mid-block near 41st Avenue and West Camelback Road. In that case, police also stated that impairment was not believed to be a factor, and the investigation was ongoing. Additionally, a person died following a pedestrian crash near 32nd Street and Broadway in Phoenix on December 2, 2025.
Further illustrating the ongoing challenges, two separate incidents on October 21, 2025, in west Phoenix involved pedestrians being struck and killed by vehicles. In one instance, a man was fatally hit by a pickup truck while crossing a busy roadway, with police indicating that impairment did not appear to be a factor. The suspect, a 21-year-old man, was traveling at the time of that collision. In another report from the same day, a pedestrian was killed by a vehicle in west Phoenix, and officials again stated that impairment was not believed to be a factor.
The Phoenix Police Department continues to investigate these collisions, often examining various contributing factors. On October 4, 2025, a two-vehicle crash in west Phoenix resulted in a fatality, and authorities noted that impairment and speed may have been factors. In a separate incident on August 13, 2024, a bicyclist died after being struck during a Phoenix crash, with police identifying impairment and speed as possible factors.
Investigative Procedures and Community Impact
Investigations into fatal and injury collisions are comprehensive, involving accident reconstruction, witness interviews, and evidence collection at the scene. Authorities focus on understanding how these incidents occur to potentially prevent future tragedies. Factors such as a pedestrian not utilizing a crosswalk, as in the December 26, 2025 incident, alongside driver actions like impairment or speed, are routinely assessed.
The consistent occurrence of such events highlights the critical importance of road safety for all commuters, whether driving, walking, or cycling. Pedestrians, lacking the protection of a vehicle, are particularly vulnerable to severe injuries in collisions. Even impacts at lower speeds can result in significant harm, including head trauma, broken bones, spinal injuries, and internal damage, often requiring extensive medical care and long-term recovery. Law enforcement and local safety advocates continuously work to raise awareness about safe driving practices and pedestrian vigilance to reduce the frequency and severity of these incidents on Phoenix roadways.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was the most recent fatal pedestrian accident in west Phoenix?
An adult male pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on Friday night, December 26, 2025, near 35th and Northern avenues in west Phoenix.
Was impairment a factor in the December 26, 2025 fatal pedestrian crash in west Phoenix?
Yes, impairment is believed to be a factor in the fatal pedestrian crash that occurred on December 26, 2025, near 35th and Northern avenues in west Phoenix, and the driver was processed for a DUI.
Where did another recent fatal crash occur in the West Valley?
A 46-year-old woman was killed in a collision reported around midnight on Friday, December 26, 2025, near 91st Avenue and Camelback Road in Glendale, part of the West Valley.
Were there any other recent pedestrian incidents with injuries in Phoenix?
Yes, on December 24, 2025, a pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries in south Phoenix at 16th Street and Broadway Road. Additionally, a pedestrian was injured on December 20, 2025, near West Campbell Avenue in Phoenix, and another on December 23, 2025, near E Highland Avenue in Phoenix, with a further incident reported on December 22, 2025, near N Black Cyn Hwy in Phoenix.
What factors are commonly investigated in Phoenix pedestrian crashes?
Commonly investigated factors in Phoenix pedestrian crashes include driver impairment, vehicle speed, and whether the pedestrian was using a crosswalk.
Key Features of Recent Pedestrian Incidents in Phoenix
| Date of Incident | Location | Outcome | Impairment a Factor? | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 26, 2025 | 35th and Northern avenues, West Phoenix | Fatal (Adult Male Pedestrian) | Yes | Pedestrian not utilizing a crosswalk; driver processed for DUI. |
| December 26, 2025 | 91st Avenue and Camelback Road, Glendale (West Valley) | Fatal (46-year-old woman) | Not stated | Driver remained at the scene; investigation ongoing. |
| December 24, 2025 | 16th Street and Broadway Road, South Phoenix | Life-threatening injuries (Pedestrian) | No | Driver cooperated with investigators. |
| December 2, 2025 | 41st Avenue and West Camelback Road, West Phoenix | Fatal (27-year-old woman, Essence Stevenson) | No | Woman crossing Camelback Road mid-block; investigation ongoing. |
| October 21, 2025 | West Phoenix (busy roadway) | Fatal (Man Pedestrian) | No | Struck by a pickup truck; suspect a 21-year-old man. |
| October 4, 2025 | West Phoenix | Fatal (Two-vehicle crash) | May be | Speed also a potential factor. |
| August 13, 2024 | Phoenix | Fatal (Bicyclist) | Possible | Speed also a possible factor. |
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