Salt Lake City, UT (June 13, 2025) – Authorities responded to a crash with injuries early Friday morning at the intersection of North State Street and East North Temple Street in Salt Lake City. The incident was reported at approximately 7:04 a.m. on June 13.
Initial reports confirmed that at least one person was hurt in the accident. Emergency medical services treated the injured party at the scene before transporting them to a nearby hospital for further care. The exact cause of the crash is still under investigation, and officials have not released information on the number of vehicles involved.
We hope those injured in this accident recover quickly.
Car Accidents in Utah
Utah continues to see a steady rise in vehicle crashes, particularly in urban centers like Salt Lake City. In 2022, the Utah Department of Public Safety recorded over 61,000 accidents, many resulting in injury. Intersections are common sites for collisions due to high traffic flow and complex traffic patterns. For more details, visit the Utah Department of Public Safety.
Intersections present unique risks for all types of road users. Here are a few critical factors that often contribute to intersection accidents:
- Driver Distraction: Using phones or GPS while approaching an intersection can lead to delayed reactions and missed signals, increasing the chance of impact.
- Improper Turns: Turning without yielding to oncoming traffic is a frequent cause of side-impact collisions. These often occur at busy intersections with unclear signage or poor visibility.
- Signal Violations: Running red lights or stop signs remains a leading cause of intersection-related crashes. These violations often lead to high-impact accidents with severe outcomes.
- Pedestrian Conflicts: Intersections are shared spaces. Drivers failing to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks can cause serious injuries, particularly during heavy traffic periods.
- Multi-Vehicle Involvement: Busy intersections often result in chain-reaction crashes. The involvement of multiple drivers complicates insurance claims and investigations.
If you’ve been hurt in a crash at an intersection, contact a Salt Lake City car accident attorney for help pursuing a claim and protecting your legal rights.
Our Salt Lake City car accident attorneys are experienced in handling intersection crash cases and helping victims recover. Fast action can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.
At Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks, we’re proud to offer legal support to injured Utahns. Since 1993, we’ve focused only on personal injury cases, offering direct access to your attorney—not a case manager. Our firm charges no fees unless you win and never collects from your PIP benefits. We provide legal service from our Provo and South Jordan offices with a focus on helping people recover what they’ve lost. Call (801) 500-4000 today for a free consultation with a dedicated member of our team.
