TEMPE, AZ — One person is dead after a crash along Loop 202 Red Mountain in Tempe early Thursday morning.
Arizona Department of Public Safety officials say a motorcyclist was involved in the collision in the westbound lanes of Loop 202 near Priest Drive.
DPS initially reported an "injury" but later confirmed that the crash was deadly.
Officials say a 17-year-old was attempting to merge onto the interstate when she lost control.
Troopers told ABC15 she was ejected and hit by multiple cars. All drivers remained on scene.
The passenger on the motorcycle, a 19-year-old, is expected to be okay physically.
Lane closures were put in place after the collision, but the freeway reopened before 5 a.m.
Stay with ABC15 for updates on this developing story.
