What started as a routine 911 response near Rohnert Park turned into a painful night on patrol for a Sonoma County sheriff’s deputy, who suffered a fractured left elbow on Wednesday while arresting a man along Petaluma Hill Road, authorities said.
The injury followed a foot chase and physical struggle on the 4800 block of Petaluma Hill Road. The deputy was taken to a local hospital for treatment, released, and is now on administrative leave.
As reported by The Press Democrat, deputies responded to a 911 call at about 7 PM and chased a suspect before the confrontation that left the deputy injured. A second deputy arrived and assisted in bringing the man into custody. The suspect sustained minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for evaluation.
Sheriff's Office details and status of the deputy
Per the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, the deputy’s left elbow was fractured during the struggle. He received care at a hospital and was released the same night. The department confirmed he is on administrative leave while the agency completes its internal reporting. Officials said a second deputy assisted in the arrest and that the incident has been fully documented.
Charges, probation status and booking
According to The Press Democrat, the man was arrested on suspicion of resisting an officer, possession of a controlled substance and violating probation. After being treated at a hospital for minor injuries, he was medically cleared and booked into Sonoma County Jail.
What comes next
The case is expected to be reviewed by the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office for potential formal charges, and any probation issues will be handled through the courts.
