According to PCSO, the accident occurred Sunday evening near Ganzel Road and Painted Desert Drive.
SANTAN VALLEY, Ariz. – The driver was taken to the hospital after a Pinal County Sheriff's Office deputy was rear-ended in Santa Tan Valley, authorities said.
PCSO spokeswoman Lauren Reimer told 12News that impairment is being investigated as a possible factor in the accident.
The incident occurred Sunday evening near Guntzel Road and Painted Desert Drive.
The collision caused the second car involved in the accident to overturn.
The deputy was not injured in the accident. The other driver will be tested on suspicion of driving under the influence, the sheriff's office said.
Ganzelstrasse was closed to traffic in both directions at the scene of the accident.
up to speed
Check out the latest news and stories on the 12News YouTube channel. Subscribe now.
Watch 12News+ for free
Now you can watch 12News content anytime, anywhere. 12 News+ App!
free 12 News+ 12News' app allows users to stream daily news shows like “Today in AZ” and “12 News” and live events like the daily lifestyle program “Arizona Midday.” Roku and amazon fire tv.
12 News+ We'll feature live video throughout the day, including breaking news, local news, weather, and even Zen moments showcasing breathtaking sights from across Arizona.
Users can also watch on-demand video, including top stories, local politics, I-Team investigations, Arizona-specific features and vintage videos from the 12News archives.
Roku: Add channels from the Roku store Or search for “12 News KPNX.”
amazon fire tv: Search for “12 News KPNX” find free stuff 12 News+ Apps to add to your account,or 12 News+ Apps are delivered directly to Amazon Fire TV through Amazon.com or the Amazon app.
More ways to get 12News
on the phone: Download the 12News app to get the latest local breaking news straight to your phone.
On your streaming device: Download 12News+ to your streaming device
12News' free 12News+ app allows users to watch daily news shows like “Today in AZ” and “12 News” and live events like the daily lifestyle program “Arizona Midday” on Roku and Amazon Fire TV. You can stream it.
12News+ features live video throughout the day with breaking news, local news, weather and even zen moments showcasing breathtaking sights from across Arizona.
Arizona's Silent Witness program allows people to submit and share information about crimes occurring within their local communities.
The program shares information on unsolved felony cases in a variety of ways, including television, radio, and social media.
Anyone with information about the crime or who recognizes the suspect described on the program is asked to call 480-948-6377. Program website online Or download the Silent Witness app and give us a tip. The identity of those who submit tips will be kept anonymous.
Calls to Silent Witness are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and tips submitted are always accepted. The information you submit will be sent to the detective assigned to your specific case.
Individuals who submit information that leads to an arrest or indictment in this case may receive a reward of up to $1,000.
