Man Dies After Car Slams Into Semi Truck In West Phoenix

PHOENIX, AZ — A man died early Monday after his car crashed into the back of a semi truck in west Phoenix, according to police.

The crash was reported around 2 a.m. near 51st Avenue and Van Buren Street. According to reports, the passenger vehicle struck the rear of the semi, and the man driving the car died at the scene.

The truck driver was not injured.

Preliminary information indicates the passenger car failed to stop before hitting the truck, officials said. No other injuries were reported.

Police have not said whether any road closures were still in place later Monday morning, and they have not identified the man who died.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Police have not released details about what led up to the collision, including how long the semi had been in the area or whether speed or impairment may have played a role.