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One killed in single-vehicle crash near 16th and Mohave streets

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PHOENIX — One person is dead after a single-vehicle crash near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The crash occurred early Monday morning, around 3:45 a.m., near 16th and Mohave streets.

A woman, identified as 23-year-old Jasmin Garcia Romero, was pronounced dead at the scene by Phoenix Fire crews.

Police say a man, believed to be the driver, was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The car reportedly veered off the road for an unknown reason and crashed into a tree, according to Phoenix police.

Impairment is unknown and an investigation remains ongoing.