A man died when a sheriff’s deputy assaulted him while trying to cross the streets of the town of Parker. The investigation is led by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

At approximately 6:30 pm on November 10, Jose Sanchez was struck and killed while trying to cross Riverside Drive (AZ-95) between Walmart and McDonald’s in the town of Parker.

The vehicle involved was the La Paz County Sheriff’s Department marked Patrol Unit operated by the Deputy Sheriff. Sheriff William Ponce said he had asked the Arizona Department of Public Safety to investigate the incident.

“It is not uncommon to have an outside agency investigate, and it is done to ensure public trust,” Ponce said in an email. hoodie live“The La Paz County Sheriff’s Department is working with the Arizona DPS to meet the needs of the investigation. When completed, all findings will be made public.”

Ponce said he understands the public wants to know what happened, but he doesn’t want “premature speculation”, making it “unprofessional and insensitive”. said it would.

“A complete and accurate investigation will take time, but we remain committed to providing it to the citizens of La Paz County.”