Motorcyclists hurt after crashing into deer in north Phoenix

PHOENIX - Two people have been hospitalized after a motorcycle crashed into a deer in north Phoenix Sunday afternoon.

The collision happened near New River Road near milepost 3, according to the Phoenix Fire Department.

Both passengers on the motorcycle, identified only as a man and woman, suffered minor injuries. They were hospitalized in stable condition.

"The animal, appearing uninjured, fled the scene," said Capt. Scott Douglas with Phoenix Fire.