Pregnant woman killed in single car crash in Phoenix, man also hurt

Police have identified a pregnant woman who died in a single-vehicle crash in Phoenix Sunday

The incident happened around 6 a.m. near 19th Avenue and Thomas Road.

Authorities say 39-year-old Anna Ruth Flores was driving eastbound and was trying to pass another driver when her car went off the road and struck a traffic pole.

Flores was transported to the hospital where she died from her injuries. A male passenger, 23, suffered serious, but non-life-threatening injuries in the crash, police said.

According to the Phoenix Fire Department, Flores was 7-months pregnant and the baby did not survive. 

Authorities believe speed was a factor in the crash. Police said impairment is also being investigated.

Stay with ABC15 News and abc15.com for updates. 

Serious injury crash has restricted Thomas Rd in both directions between 19-23 Avenues. Seek alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/WoEL2HCpfc

— Phoenix Police (@phoenixpolice) December 10, 2017