RIMROCK, AZ — Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office says an arrest has been made after a pregnant woman in Rimrock, Arizona, was hit by a vehicle that left the scene.
YCSO says the 29-year-old victim was found injured in the roadway around 3 p.m. on Sunday.
She suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to a Phoenix hospital. Officials say both the woman and her unborn baby are expected to survive.
YCSO says 30-year-old Jesus Junior Ruiz Hernandez was arrested for hit-and-run, endangerment, and disorderly conduct late Sunday night. His vehicle, matching the suspect description, was also located.
Officials say, according to the initial investigation, the victim fell out of the vehicle during an argument. The suspect reportedly drove over the victim and left the scene.
Officials are asking anyone with information or who may have witnessed the incident to contact the sheriff’s office at 928-771-3260. You can also remain anonymous by contacting Silent Witness at 1-800-932-3232.
You can also report a tip to Silent Witness on their website.
