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PD: Deadly collision near 35th Ave and Buckeye Road

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PHOENIX — Phoenix police are investigating a deadly crash that happened Thursday near 35th Avenue and Buckeye Road.

Police officials say an SUV was traveling south on 35th Avenue and failed to stop at a red light when it hit a small compact vehicle that was heading west on Buckeye Road.

The impact caused both vehicles to hit a traffic signal pole and a water control box.

Officers say 20-year-old Jared Carillo, the driver of the compact vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to investigators, the driver of the SUV, identified as a 27-year-old man, showed signs of impairment.

Results from a toxicology are pending and police say charges may be filed once those results are in.

The investigation is ongoing.