Published March 19, 2025
On March 14, 2025, a devastating multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 40 near Holbrook, Arizona, took the lives of five individuals and left others injured. The crash involved multiple vehicles, including two large commercial trucks, highlighting the severe dangers of trucking accidents on Arizona’s highways.
The victims included:
- Adam Mychajliw, 17, of Scottsdale, Arizona
- Jeet Vikram, 34, of Ozone Park, New York
- Sophia Case, 17, of Fort Collins, Colorado
- Sarah Broyel-Case, 50, of Fort Collins, Colorado
- Samuel Case, 51, of Fort Collins, Colorado, who later died in the hospital on March 18
How This Tragedy Unfolded
According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS), the accident happened around 1:30 p.m. in the westbound lanes of I-40 near milepost 294, about 10 miles east of Holbrook. A tractor-trailer rear-ended a Cadillac Escalade, causing a catastrophic chain reaction that involved a Jeep Wrangler and another commercial truck. The sheer size and force of these large vehicles made this crash particularly deadly.
While two other individuals sustained injuries, one person miraculously walked away unharmed. Investigators are still working to determine the full cause of the accident, including whether driver negligence, fatigue, distracted driving, or vehicle maintenance failures played a role.
Getting Justice for the Families of Victims
For families who have lost loved ones in trucking accidents, the pain is immeasurable—but they also deserve justice. Holding the responsible parties accountable is not just about financial compensation; it is about ensuring this kind of tragedy does not happen again.
At Catastrophic Injury Attorneys, we help families file wrongful death claims against those responsible for reckless or negligent driving, including:
- Trucking companies that fail to properly train drivers or push unsafe driving hours
- Truck drivers who are distracted, drowsy, or speeding
- Vehicle maintenance providers that allow unsafe trucks on the road
- Manufacturers of faulty truck parts that contribute to catastrophic failures
Wrongful death claims help grieving families recover compensation for:
- Medical bills for life-saving attempts before a loved one’s passing
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of financial support from the deceased
- Loss of companionship and emotional suffering
Preventing Future Catastrophes on Arizona Roads
Trucking accidents are often preventable when companies and drivers follow safety regulations. However, too many trucking companies prioritize profit over safety, forcing drivers to meet tight deadlines at the expense of responsible driving. This reckless behavior leads to tragic, avoidable accidents.
By holding trucking companies and negligent drivers accountable, we can push for safer trucking industry practicesthat help prevent future accidents. Arizona families deserve safe roads, and those who violate safety laws must be held responsible.
We Fight for Justice Across Arizona
At Catastrophic Injury Attorneys, we are committed to helping families in the East Valley and across Arizona find justice and closure. We serve clients in Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, Scottsdale, Phoenix, and throughout the state, ensuring negligent trucking companies and drivers do not go unpunished.
If your loved one was injured or killed in a trucking accident, let us fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
Address: 3850 E Baseline Rd, Suite 111, Mesa, AZ 85206
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Your family deserves answers, accountability, and justice. We are here to help.
