Pedestrian Hit Near Palo Verde and Irvington in Pima County

Authorities responded to the incident late Thursday night.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Pima County Sheriff's Department reported that a pedestrian was hit near the intersection of Palo Verde and Irvington Road in Pima County, Arizona late Thursday evening. Palo Verde would be closed for some time as authorities investigated the incident, and drivers were advised to avoid the area.

Why it matters

Pedestrian accidents have been an ongoing issue in the Tucson area, with nine such incidents reported by 13 News so far this month, resulting in six fatalities, including two hit-and-run crashes.

The details

The pedestrian accident occurred on Palo Verde, just north of Irvington Road, according to the Pima County Sheriff's Department. Palo Verde was expected to be closed for an extended period as the investigation continued.

  • The incident happened late Thursday, February 19, 2026.

The players

Pima County Sheriff's Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and is investigating the pedestrian accident.

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The takeaway

This accident highlights the ongoing challenges Tucson faces with pedestrian safety, as the city has seen a concerning number of such incidents resulting in fatalities so far this year.