BREAKING: Serious Crash Closes Eastbound Loop 202 San Tan — Unconfirmed Reports Suggest NASCAR Driver Involved
Tempe, AZ — A major crash has shut down all eastbound lanes of Loop 202 San Tan near Kyrene Road early this morning, triggering significant delays and a large-scale emergency response. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has confirmed the freeway remains closed, with no estimated time for reopening.
Unconfirmed reports circulating on social media suggest that a former NASCAR driver may have been involved in the crash, possibly traveling with a child passenger at the time. Authorities have not released the identities of anyone involved, and those claims have yet to be officially verified.
Emergency crews responded swiftly to the scene, where multiple vehicles were involved in what eyewitnesses described as a high-impact collision. Medical personnel were seen tending to injured parties, though the number and severity of injuries remain unknown.
Witnesses reported seeing a vehicle matching the make and model often driven by the retired driver in question. Speculation intensified after fans posted messages of concern online, prompting calls for an official update from law enforcement and NASCAR representatives.
The closure has created significant traffic backups, stretching several miles, as ADOT and police redirect drivers. Commuters are strongly advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes until the roadway is cleared and reopened.
As of now, officials are urging the public to refrain from drawing conclusions until more details are confirmed. Further updates will be shared as the investigation continues and more information becomes available.
