Crews rescue cyclist after crashing into cactus near Gates Pass

TUCSON (KVOA) - An injured cyclist was rescued Wednesday afternoon after getting stuck in a cactus near Gates Pass.

Northwest Fire and Tucson Fire crews deployed a drone to help find the missing person, who crashed into the cactus about a half a mile off the main road.

Crews were able to find the person and after receiving medical care they were able to walk on their own.

Outcome of the injured hiker dispatch off Gates Pass. ⬇️ Hiker turned out to be a bicyclist who had crashed into cactus about a half mile off the main road & needed help. NWFD & TFD deployed drones to locate. Individual did not need medical transport. Auto Aid at work! 💪 https://t.co/aQp9H4xhfD
— Northwest Fire (@NorthwestFire) February 9, 2022