An Arizona police officer died Friday from injuries he sustained Thursday night when he was struck by a vehicle while working on an off-duty lane closure assignment, police confirmed.
The accident occurred on Interstate 19 near Nogales, a border city about 65 miles south of Tucson.
Nogales Police Officer Jeremy Brinton, 40, was in a construction zone when he was struck. He was airlifted to the hospital where he died Friday, according to FOX 10 in Phoenix.
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“We ask for thoughts and prayers for his family, friends and the entire law enforcement community during this difficult time,” the Nogales Police Department wrote in a statement.
Nogales Police Officer Jeremy Brinton, 40, was an 18-year veteran of the department. (Nogales Police Department)
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Brinton is survived by his wife and four children, according to the statement.
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is investigating.
“AZDPS is deeply saddened by the death of Nogales Police Officer Jeremy Brinton,” the Arizona Department of Public Safety said in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.”
Two people were in the vehicle that struck Brinton and impairment was ruled out, according to FOX 10. It was not reported whether the driver could face charges.
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Brinton was an 18-year veteran of the department.
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