A Palm Springs, Calif., police officer crashed his motorcycle into a crowd during a Christmas parade Saturday night.
Palm Springs police said 10 people, including the traffic officer who was driving the motorcycle, suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
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The accident occurred during the Festival of Lights in Palm Springs, California. (Facebook/City of Palm Springs)
The accident occurred on the parade route at Palm Canyon Drive and Amado Road just after 6 p.m.
“We appreciate the community's support. Our hearts go out to the officers, their families, and all those injured today,” the police department said on Facebook.
The officer lost control of his motorcycle and plunged into the crowd.
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The accident occurred on the parade route at Palm Canyon Drive and Amado Road just after 6 p.m. (St. Petersburg)
“Officers at the scene received different statements from different people and will conduct follow-up investigations to determine what caused him to lose control,” said Lt. Gustavo Arraiza, a Palm Springs Police Department spokesman. That's the plan,” he said. Los Angeles Times.
The parade resumed around 7:20 p.m.
Palm Springs Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein wrote on Facebook: “As Mayor, I take this matter very seriously. I also know that Palm Springs is unique.” “We have a community that can and will come together to overcome the most difficult circumstances.”
“Once again, please join me in focusing our positive energy and resources on the healing of the injured,” the mayor said.
The parade resumed around 7:20 p.m. (St. Petersburg)
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The California Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.
“We feel terrible about this accident and the injuries to the very people we are protecting. We are deeply concerned and wish them a full recovery,” Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills wrote on Facebook. ” he posted.
