45-Year-Old Driver Pronounced Dead after Bus Crash near Southern Avenue

MESA, AZ (March 19, 2024) – Early Saturday morning, police responded to a 3-vehicle collision on Gilbert Road that killed Joseph Christenson.

The incident occurred near Southern Avenue around 5:40 a.m., on March 9th.

For reasons under investigation, Christenson was driving a vehicle east when he veered off the westbound lanes and collided head-on with a Valley Metro bus and a truck.

Despite life-saving efforts, medics later pronounced 45-year-old Christenson deceased.

Emergency crews blocked off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. Once available, more details will be provided.

In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Joseph Christenson. May you find comfort and strength during this time.

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