Mesa, AZ (July 2, 2026) – One driver was killed, and another was seriously injured in a head-on collision involving two trucks on Tuesday morning on Broadway Road near Nina Drive, just west of Extension Road in Mesa.
The crash occurred shortly before noon. According to Mesa police, a pickup truck and a small commercial box truck collided head-on, leaving both vehicles with severe front-end damage. The pickup came to rest on its side following the impact.
Mesa Fire & Medical crews used a ladder truck to reach one of the victims trapped inside the smaller truck. Authorities later identified the driver who died as Ethan Reedy, 32. He was pronounced dead as a result of injuries sustained in the collision.
The other driver suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Police said there were no passengers in either vehicle.
Broadway Road remained closed for several hours while investigators documented the scene and crews removed the damaged vehicles. The roadway reopened at approximately 4 p.m.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Ethan Reedy and wish the injured driver a full recovery.
Why Head-on Collisions Often Result in Severe Injuries
Head-on collisions are among the most serious types of traffic crashes because the combined force of two vehicles traveling toward one another can produce devastating impacts. Occupants may suffer severe injuries even when modern safety features such as airbags and seat belts function as intended.
Investigators typically examine tire marks, vehicle damage, debris patterns, roadway conditions, and any available surveillance footage to determine how one or both vehicles entered the opposing lane. They may also review speed, driver actions, and possible mechanical or environmental factors before determining the cause of the collision.
