A Palm Springs, CaliforniaA police officer crashed a motorcycle into a crowd during a Christmas parade on Saturday evening.
Ten people, including the traffic policeman riding the motorcycle, suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the accident, police said Palm Springs Police Department.
The victims were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
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The accident occurred during the Festival of Lights in Palm Springs, California. (Facebook/CityOfPalmSprings)
The accident happened on the parade route at Palm Canyon Drive and Amado Road shortly after 6 p.m
“We appreciate the support from the community. Our thoughts are with the officer, his family and all those injured today,” police said on Facebook.
The officer lost control of the car and went into the crowd.
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The accident happened shortly after 6 p.m. on the parade route at Palm Canyon Drive and Amado Road (iStock)
“Officers on scene received several statements from different people, so they will be conducting further investigation to determine what caused him to lose control,” Lt. Gustavo Araiza, a public information officer for the Palm Springs Police Department, told police. Los Angeles Times.
The parade resumed around 7:20 PM
“As mayor, I take this very seriously. I also know that Palm Springs is unique,” Palm Springs Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein wrote on Facebook. “We have the community that can and will unite to overcome the most difficult circumstances.”
“Once again, please join me in directing our positive energy and resources toward the healing of the injured,” the mayor said.
The parade resumed around 7:20 PM (iStock)
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The California Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.
“I feel terrible about the accident and the injuries to the people we protect. I am deeply concerned and hoping for a thorough recovery,” Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills wrote on Facebook.
