Phoenix officer allegedly drove 50 mph over limit before on-duty crash: police

Phoenix officer pleads not guilty in high-speed crash

A grand jury indicted Joshua Woodcock on felony counts of aggravated assault and endangerment in connection with the crash, which happened in March near Interstate 17 and Buckeye Road.

PHOENIX - A Phoenix officer involved in an on-duty traffic collision has been charged, according to the police department.

What we know:

In a news release on Nov. 12, officials said the officer, who was later identified by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office as Joshua Woodcock, was involved in a crash after driving roughly more than 50 mph over the posted speed limit.

The incident occurred on March 14 at Buckeye Road and the I-17 freeway access.

What they're saying:

"This is a serious matter. Our officers are expected to uphold the same laws they enforce, and when standards are not met, we have an obligation to act," the police department said. "Our responsibility to the community requires that we address this situation openly and directly."

Phoenix Police said they remain focused on public safety, transparency and accountability. 

Unnamed Phoenix officer charged in crash, driving 50 mph over posted limit

A Phoenix officer who was traveling more than 50 mph over the posted limit near I-17 and Buckeye Road was charged with aggravated assault and endangerment following an on-duty traffic collision, police said.

Dig deeper:

Following an investigation, the department submitted the report to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for criminal charges. A grand jury charged the officer with aggravated assault and endangerment. 

What's next:

Woodcock is scheduled to be back in court in January.

Map of the collision location