PHOENIX — A head-on collision in central Phoenix has left one woman dead and two men injured in central Phoenix Wednesday morning.
The Phoenix Police Department said a silver SUV was traveling westbound on Thomas Road near 50th Drive when it drove onto the eastbound lanes and crashed head-on into a brown vehicle.
The driver of the SUV, who was identified as 48-year-old Angela Casas, had life threatening injuries and later died at a local hospital.
A man who was the passenger in the SUV and a man who was the driver of the brown vehicle both had non-life threatening injuries.
Officials said impairment may have been a factor in the crash. The incident is still under investigation.
RELATED: 'Each day is a battle right now': Family praying for a miracle after horrific crash in Phoenix
Up to Speed
Catch up on the latest news and stories on the 12 News YouTube channel. Subscribe today.
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) offers driving tips to help keep people safe on the road.
"There’s always room for improvement when it comes to road safety," the department said on its website.
ADOT's suggestions include:
- Don’t speed or drive aggressively
- Never drive while under the influence of substances
- Avoid distractions while driving
- Wear your seatbelt and make sure all passengers are doing the same
- When an emergency vehicle is on the side of the road, move over
- Stay extra aware in work zones
- Be prepared for weather conditions that make driving dangerous
"Real-time highway conditions are available on ADOT’s Arizona Traveler Information site at az511.gov, by calling 511, downloading the AZ 511 app and through ADOT’s Twitter feed, @ArizonaDOT," the department said.
