Five Seriously Injured in Sun City West Crash

Two children and three adults transported to hospital after collision near Riggs and Alma School roads

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

Five people, including two children, were seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash in Sun City West, Arizona on Sunday afternoon. The Arizona Fire and Medical Authority responded to the scene and transported all five patients with serious injuries to the hospital for treatment. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.

Why it matters

Serious car crashes involving multiple victims, especially those with children, are concerning incidents that highlight the importance of traffic safety and the need for continued efforts to improve road conditions and driver behavior to prevent such tragic events.

The details

According to fire officials, the crash occurred just after 12:30 p.m. near the intersection of Riggs and Alma School roads in Sun City West. Three adults and two children were involved in the two-vehicle collision and all five suffered serious injuries. The Arizona Fire and Medical Authority was assisted on the scene by the Chandler Fire and Medical Department, and all five patients were transported to the hospital for treatment.

  • The crash occurred just after 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Arizona Fire and Medical Authority

The fire and emergency medical services agency that responded to the scene of the crash and transported the injured parties to the hospital.

Chandler Fire and Medical Department

The fire department that assisted the Arizona Fire and Medical Authority at the scene of the crash.

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What’s next

Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash and will likely release more details as the investigation progresses.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of road safety and the need for continued efforts to improve driving conditions and behaviors to prevent such serious collisions, especially those involving vulnerable road users like children.