Posted on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 at 10:30 pm
A fatal car accident on Interstate 15 in Payson, Utah, claimed the lives of two individuals on the afternoon of Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The I-15 crash, which involved a head-on collision, occurred just south of the Main Street interchange around 4:50 p.m.
Details of the Payson Car Accident
According to the Utah Highway Patrol (UHP), the crash began when a blue Kia SUV traveling northbound veered out of its lane for unknown reasons. The vehicle crossed through the cable barrier in the median, became airborne, and entered the southbound lanes of I-15, where it collided head-on with a green Jeep Gladiator.
Authorities described the incident as a wrong-way crash and a high-speed head-on collision, with both vehicles traveling at freeway speeds near the 75 mph limit. The force of the impact was devastating, and both drivers—who were the sole occupants of their vehicles—were pronounced dead at the scene. While the victims have been identified as adult males, their names and ages have not been released.
Additional Vehicle Damage and Traffic Impact
Following the initial auto accident, two other vehicles drove through the debris field and sustained damage, but no further injuries were reported.
The fatal car accident caused major traffic disruption on southbound I-15. Law enforcement shut down the southbound lanes near exit 253, diverting traffic onto local roads. Congestion extended at least seven miles into Spanish Fork, and drivers were urged to seek alternative routes. The interstate was fully reopened by approximately 10:00 p.m. Northbound traffic was also delayed as crews worked at the crash site.
Ongoing Investigation
The Utah Department of Public Safety and Utah Highway Patrol are actively investigating the cause of this tragic traffic accident. Factors such as mechanical failure, weather conditions, and driver behavior are all being examined as part of the ongoing inquiry.
For more detailed information on this incident, you can refer to the following news reports:
1 dies after small plane lands on I-15 in Payson, UHP confirms – KSL.com
One person dead after small plane makes emergency landing on I-15 in Payson, prompting multiple crashes – Daily Herald
Stay Informed
For those impacted or seeking updates, follow the Utah Highway Patrol and local news sources for developments related to this Payson accident and other Utah car accidents. Tragic events like this serve as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and defensive driving on major highways like I-15.
A Message from London Harker Injury Law
“We at London Harker Injury Law extend our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones affected by the recent tragic car accident. The loss of life in such sudden and preventable circumstances is heartbreaking, and we are deeply saddened by this tragedy.
As a firm, we do more than advocate for justice—we walk beside those in grief, because we have felt that pain ourselves. Many of us at London Harker have lost loved ones to accidents, and we understand, in a deeply personal way, how devastating and life-altering such a loss can be.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We mourn with you, and we are here not just as legal professionals, but as people who truly understand the journey ahead.
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