Driver arrested after Riverside County sheriff’s deputy struck during La Quinta traffic stop

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) - A driver has been arrested on suspicion of felony DUI and hit-and-run after a Riverside County sheriff’s deputy was struck during a traffic stop in La Quinta Friday night.

The crash was reported at approximately 8:10 p.m. on Jefferson Street, north of Fiesta Drive and just north of Highway 111.

According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, the deputy was conducting a traffic stop when he was struck by a passing 2025 Hyundai Palisade.

The deputy was taken by ambulance to Desert Regional Medical Center. Authorities say he suffered minor to moderate injuries.

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Investigators were able to obtain the suspect vehicle’s license plate and identify an associated address.

California Highway Patrol officers responded to the residence and arrested the driver on suspicion of felony DUI and hit-and-run.

CHP is handling the investigation.

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