Highlights
- A pedestrian was killed in a crash on State Route 347 near Maricopa on Tuesday.
- The closure spans from Old Maricopa Road to I-10, affecting both directions per KTAR.
- KTAR, FOX 10 Phoenix, InMaricopa.com, and 12News are all reporting the road closure.
- Drivers should expect significant delays and seek alternate routes while the scene remains active.
A pedestrian was killed Tuesday in a crash on State Route 347, closing a large stretch of the highway from Old Maricopa Road to I-10, 12News reported.
KTAR and FOX 10 Phoenix confirmed the fatality and the road closure. InMaricopa.com also reported at least one person dead in the crash.
Drivers should avoid SR-347 between Old Maricopa Road and I-10 and seek alternate routes. No reopening timeline has been announced.
Sources
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- 12News retrieved 21/07/2026 14:19
- ktar.com retrieved 21/07/2026 14:19
- Fox 10 Phoenix retrieved 21/07/2026 14:19
- inmaricopa.com retrieved 21/07/2026 14:19
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