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Construction workers struck by vehicle on I-17 near New River Road

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Three construction workers were struck by a vehicle along Interstate 17 north of the Valley early Wednesday morning.

Arizona Department of Public Safety officials say the crash occurred near New River Road around 5 a.m.

The workers were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, DPS says.

The driver, a 16-year-old, was also taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

Officials say the driver will be released to the custody of his parents pending any future charges.

No further information was immediately available.