Police say the 18-year-old driver was reportedly speeding when his SUV hit a pickup in a line of traffic waiting for a bus.
Phoenix, AZ - October 30, 2026
A 76-year-old woman died after a five-vehicle crash in north Phoenix on Thursday night, according to AZ Family. The crash happened near 19th Avenue and Evans Drive, and the driver of one of the vehicles, 18-year-old Jeffery White, was arrested.
Key Facts
- Date: Thursday night, shortly after 9 p.m. (reported October 30, 2026)
- Location: Near the junction of Evans Drive and 19th Avenue, north of Thunderbird Road, in north Phoenix
- Type of crash: Five-vehicle crash
- Vehicles involved: Five vehicles, including a Volvo SUV and a Dodge pickup
- Injuries / fatalities: One death; multiple injuries reported
- Responding agencies: Phoenix Police Department, Phoenix Fire Department, Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
- Reported by: AZ Family
Crash Overview
Phoenix fire crews were called to the crash shortly after 9 p.m. Thursday. Police said the Volvo SUV driven by White was reportedly speeding when it struck the rear of a Dodge pickup that was stopped in a line of vehicles waiting for a city bus to unload passengers.
According to the Phoenix Police Department, the impact pushed a vehicle driven by 76-year-old Frances Homer off the road, over a sidewalk and into a low brick wall. Homer was taken to a hospital, where she later died.
White reportedly tried to get away from the crash site, but witnesses held him back until officers reached the scene. Police said he was then transported to a hospital, where he allegedly kicked an officer in the face. He was later arrested and processed into jail, facing an aggravated assault charge against an officer.
People Involved
- Jeffery White, 18: Driver of the SUV. Police said detectives noted signs of impairment after the crash.
- Frances Homer, 76: Driver of the vehicle pushed off the road. She died at a hospital.
- Three other drivers, ages 33, 45 and 26: Reported not hurt. They remained at the scene.