Pickup driver arrested after woman, children were struck at Phoenix intersection

PHOENIX (KSAZ) - A driver has been arrested, after four pedestrians were struck by a pickup truck at the 19th Avenue and Campbell intersection on Monday morning.

According to Phoenix Police, a 36-year-old female, an 11-year-old female, and a six-year-old female suffered serious injuries, while a seven-year-old female suffered critical injuries. The incident happened at around 9:45 a.m., when a truck driven by a 22-year-old male struck the four pedestrians.

According to Phoenix Police Sgt. Alan Pfohl, the pickup's driver told police he didn't see the family members when he had a green light, and made a left turn at the intersection of Campbell and 19th Avenues.

According to police officials Monday afternoon, a Phoenix Police Drug Recognition Expert observed signs and symptoms of impairment, and the driver has been arrested.

No names have been released in this case.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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