Mesa, AZ – Officer Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash Near Dobson Rd & Guadalupe Rd

Mesa, AZ (February 2, 2020) – A police officer was struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident in Mesa on Saturday night.

According to authorities from the Mesa Police Department, the officer was responding to a report of multiple cars doing donuts in a parking lot near Dobson Road and Guadalupe Road. After the officer arrived at the scene, he was struck by one of the vehicles in question. The vehicle then fled the scene of the accident.

Paramedics arrived on the scene to treat the officer shortly after the incident occurred. The accident remains under investigation at this time.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and his family in hopes of a full recovery.

Hit-and-Run Accidents in Arizona

According to data from the Arizona Department of Transportation, more than 30,000 auto accidents involving injuries occur in Arizona each year. Oftentimes, distracted or impaired drivers are responsible for these serious incidents and leave the scene to avoid legal consequences.

Victims who sustain injuries in these collisions through no fault of their own may be left with high costs from medical bills and vehicle damage. In some cases, victims may succumb to the injuries they sustained in a hit-and-run accident, leaving their families to pick up the pieces. However, victims and their families can contact an accident attorney in Phoenix to safeguard their legal rights after a hit-and-run accident.

Our accident attorneys at ELG Law have years of experience in helping victims get the justice they deserve. Our knowledgeable attorneys can help you get fair compensation to cover the costs associated with injuries incurred from collisions. Contact our attorneys in Phoenix at (623) 562-3838 to schedule a free consultation and learn more about safeguarding your legal rights.

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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.