Savannah, GA (April 25, 2026) – Two people were killed in a crash Thursday night, April 24, in Savannah after a vehicle fleeing a traffic stop ran a red light and collided with another car.
Emergency units responded to the scene after reports of a high-speed crash involving a Chevrolet Trailblazer and a Nissan Juke. Authorities said the Trailblazer was attempting to evade a traffic stop when it entered an intersection against the light and struck the other vehicle.
The driver of the Nissan, identified as a Lyft driver, and his passenger were ejected during the crash and pronounced dead at the scene. The driver has been identified as Habibullah Azizi, an immigrant from Afghanistan.
The occupants of the Trailblazer were taken into custody following the crash. The intersection was impacted as crews worked to manage the scene and investigate.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our condolences go out to the victim’s loved ones.
What Makes High-Speed Intersection Crashes So Dangerous?
Crashes at intersections can become more severe when one vehicle enters against a traffic signal. Drivers traveling with the right of way may have little time to react, especially if the other vehicle is moving at a high speed.
High-speed impacts increase the likelihood of occupants being thrown from a vehicle, particularly if safety restraints are not used or if the force of the crash is extreme. These situations often result in serious or fatal injuries.
Urban intersections are designed to control traffic flow, but they rely on drivers following signals and rules. When those are ignored, the risk of a severe collision rises significantly for everyone on the road.
