Surprise, AZ (May 6, 2026) – One person was hospitalized after a crash involving a garbage truck and a sedan ended with the truck slamming into a backyard wall in Surprise. The crash happened just before 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 6, near Reems Road and Waddell Road. Emergency units responded after reports of a collision between a garbage truck and a sedan.
Authorities said the sedan driver was taken to a hospital. Their condition has not been released. It is not yet known whether the garbage truck driver was injured. The impact sent the garbage truck off the roadway, through landscaping, and into a residential backyard wall. Video from the scene showed the truck coming to rest just inches from a home.
Northbound Reems Road was closed for several hours while crews cleared the scene and investigators worked in the area. The road reopened shortly before 9 a.m. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
How Do Crashes End Up Involving Homes or Yards?
When vehicles leave the roadway, they can travel into nearby yards or structures, especially if the crash happens at higher speeds or near intersections. Even a slight loss of control can send a vehicle off course.
Large vehicles like garbage trucks carry significant weight, which can increase the force of impact. Once momentum is lost, it may be difficult to stop before reaching nearby property.
Roadside conditions such as curves, landscaping, or limited barriers can also influence how far a vehicle travels after a collision. These factors are often reviewed to understand how a crash reached residential areas.
