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Deadly crash shuts down intersection of 40th Street and Cactus Road

One person died at the scene, another was taken to a hospital for treatment
Posted at 7:04 AM, May 06, 2024
and last updated 2024-05-07 15:02:40-04

PHOENIX — Phoenix police are investigating a deadly collision near 40th Street and Cactus Road.

The crash involving two vehicles happened around 5:30 a.m. Monday.

ABC15 crews saw debris scattered across multiple lanes of traffic and one vehicle on its side with extensive damage.

40th st and cactus road crash

Phoenix police confirmed to ABC15 that one person died at the scene. He has been identified as 70-year-old Michael Peczynski.

A second person was taken to a hospital for treatment.

During a preliminary investigation, detectives believe Peczynski failed to stop at a red light before the crash occurred.

An investigation remains ongoing.