Fatal crash under criminal investigation
Associated Press

SCOTTSDALE – The investigation into a June 16 car crash that killed a young family of four from Chandler is being treated as a criminal investigation, according to authorities.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety said evidence is continuing to be reviewed while it is being determined whether Haluk Kandas of Phoenix will face any homicide‑related charges.

Kandas, 29, crashed his sport‑utility vehicle into the back of the family's minivan stopped at a red light on the northbound exit ramp of Loop 101 in Scottsdale, according to DPS. Kandas told DPS officials he didn't see the minivan and he didn't see the red light.

Upon impact, the minivan erupted into flames–killing Christopher Walls, 36, his wife Leah, 34, and their children, Miller, 6, and Mallory, 4.

Once the investigation is completed, DPS will submit the case to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for review and possible charges.