Texas Driver Who Struck Officer Arrested and Charged with Aggravated Assault

A driver—identified as 57-year-old Bonfiace Madubuko—was arrested and charged with aggravated assault on a public servant after striking a Dallas officer who was working an accident scene early on Sunday.

The officer was laying down flares at the time of the incident, according to NBC News .

The driver of the Toyota Venza drove around parked patrol cars via the shoulder of the far right lane. The driver reportedly then re-entered the roadway and struck the officer.

The officer—who has not yet been named—was transported to a nearby hospital where he is listed in critical condition.