A security guard was arrested and now faces assault and battery charges after an incident involving a wheelchair-bound racer following Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway, according to The Press Democrat.

Justin Haley had a quietly strong day at Sonoma Raceway, finishing 15th for his best result since May. But the race took a somber turn near the end. With 13 laps remaining during a caution period, Haley’s No. 7 car struck a rabbit that darted across the track. An incident he immediately radioed in.

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As world-renowned as the Sonoma Valley is for its place as California's Wine Country, it also features a racetrack that is respected by the world's racers as well. Since 1968, Sonoma Raceway has been taken to by race car drivers from across the globe, particularly those who have staked their names and raced their careers in the NASCAR Cup Series.

The racer, identified by family as 30-year-old Chase Johnson, was injured in a confrontation while leaving the track with his partner.

NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin has opened up about the pit lane clash in Sonoma, allegedly triggered by Ty Gibbs.

A security guard is facing assault and battery charges following an encounter with a racer, who uses a wheelchair, during Sunday’s NASCAR race at Sonoma, according to The Press Democrat. The confrontation occurred with both the racer and his wife.

The pit crews for Brad Keselowski and Ty Gibbs got into a shoving match during a disagreement following an incident at the NASCAR Sonoma race.