More than a dozen vehicles damaged by jacks on Arizona freeway

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 23:38 · Archive

Three hydraulic jacks scattered across US 60 near Mesa damaged at least 13 vehicles early Thursday morning.

Three hydraulic jacks measuring 4 to 5 feet long and weighing about 150 pounds each were scattered across the eastbound lanes of US 60 near Dobson Road in Mesa just before 5:30 a.m. on Thursday. First responders were called to the scene after reports of heavy debris blocking the middle lanes.

Several vehicles struck the equipment, sustaining significant damage. A white SUV was initially hit after a semitruck kicked up the debris. A white sedan suffered undercarriage and wheel damage after running over the jacks, and a blue SUV changing lanes for an upcoming exit also hit the debris, damaging its wheels and tyres.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety confirmed that at least 13 vehicles had flat tyres as a result of the incident, whilst three others were towed. Authorities are asking for the public's help in identifying the possible origin of the hydraulic jacks. Anyone with information can call 1‑877‑429‑8477 or submit a tip via azdps.gov/tips, referencing case I26066522.

How it is being reported

• More than a dozen vehicles damaged by hydraulic jacks scattered on US 60 in MesaSeveral vehicles hit the equipment, causing significant damage and more debris for vehicles to hit.KOLD · 29 Oct, 20:59
• More than a dozen vehicles damaged by hydraulic jacks scattered on US 60 in MesaSeveral vehicles hit the equipment, causing significant damage and more debris for vehicles to hit.Azfamily · 29 Oct, 20:59

In this story: US 60 · Dobson Road · Mesa · Arizona Department of Public Safety

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