PCSD: One arrested following fatal crash at Picture Rocks Rd

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The Pima County Sheriff’s Department said one person was arrested following a fatal head-on crash near W. Picture Rocks Rd, East of Golden Gate Rd on Wednesday, May 17, at 7:05 p.m.

During the investigation, deputies learned that an eastbound Ford Fusion, driven by 31-year-old Jacqueline Klukosky, attempted to negotiate a right curve at a high rate of speed. She drove left of center and collided head-on with a Hyundai Accent driven by 45-year-old Benjamin Brookhart.

According to PCSD, Brookhart died on the scene. A passenger in Klukosky’s vehicle received minor injuries and was taken to the hospital.

Authorities said Klukosky was booked into the Pima County Jail for causing death by motor vehicle and for outstanding warrants.

PCSD said the investigation is ongoing.

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