Fatal semi collision closes Highway 70 overnight

Photo Courtesy Shann Greth

Staff Reports

A fatal collision between a semi truck and two passenger cars roughly seven miles west of Bylas early late Friday night and caused the full closure of Highway 70 for roughly twelve hours.

According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, the highway was reopened fully around 7 a.m. on Saturday.

The highway west of Bylas is also under construction for a new passing lane.

This article will be updated when more information is available.