Driver dies after rollover crash near Oracle, Miracle Mile in Tucson

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A 23-year-old man has died from injuries sustained in a rollover crash in Tucson, Arizona. The crash occurred on April 12 when the driver, Angel Said Matuz Barrera, lost control of his black Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck while traveling eastbound on Miracle Mile and entering the curve to southbound Oracle Road. The truck slid sideways, hit a raised median, and rolled several times. Barrera, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was thrown from the vehicle and died from his injuries on April 16. A female passenger in the truck suffered minor injuries.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices, such as wearing seatbelts and maintaining control of one's vehicle, especially on curving roads. The crash also underscores the potential consequences of driver error and the need for continued education and enforcement around traffic safety.

The details

According to the Tucson Police Department, the crash occurred when Barrera's Chevrolet Silverado was traveling eastbound on Miracle Mile and entered the curve to southbound Oracle Road. Barrera lost control of the vehicle, causing it to slide sideways, hit a raised median, and roll several times. Barrera, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was thrown from the truck and died from his injuries on April 16. A female passenger in the truck suffered minor injuries.

• The crash occurred on April 12, 2026.
• Barrera died from his injuries on April 16, 2026.

What’s next

The Tucson Police Department's investigation into the crash remains ongoing.