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Driver killed in semi-truck crash on I-17

The I-17 to I-10 transition ramp was closed when a semi jackknifed into a pillar, killing the driver.

PHOENIX — The transition ramp from westbound I-17 to I-10 west has reopened following a semi-truck crash Monday morning, Arizona Department of Public Safety officials said.

According to DPS, the crash occurred at 6:09 a.m. on Monday when the driver of a tractor-trailer lost control of his vehicle and slammed into a pillar.

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When troopers arrived on the scene they found the 56-year-old driver being helped by other motorists.

The man was transported to a local hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.

It is currently unknown why the driver lost control of the vehicle. The ramp has reopened shortly before noon.

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Driving Safety Tips: 

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) offers driving tips to help keep people safe on the road. 

"There’s always room for improvement when it comes to road safety," the department said on its website. 

ADOT's suggestions include: 

  • Don’t speed or drive aggressively 
  • Never drive while under the influence of substances 
  • Avoid distractions while driving 
  • Wear your seatbelt and make sure all passengers are doing the same 
  • When an emergency vehicle is on the side of the road, move over 
  • Stay extra aware in work zones 
  • Be prepared for weather conditions that make driving dangerous 

Find more tips on the department's Driving Safety Homepage on ADOT's website here. 

"Real-time highway conditions are available on ADOT’s Arizona Traveler Information site at az511.gov, by calling 511, downloading the AZ 511 app and through ADOT’s Twitter feed, @ArizonaDOT," the department said. 

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