Alleged drunk driver strikes 4 at Christmas parade on Arizona’s Navajo Nation

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An alleged drunk driver struck a number of folks at a Christmas parade on the Navajo Nation in Arizona on Monday, in line with officers.

The Navajo Police Department stated officers responded at about 5 p.m. after 4 folks have been struck by a driver who was allegedly intoxicated. The driving force drove into the parade route as bystanders have been ready for it to begin.

Police confirmed "life was [lost] throughout this tragic occasion as household gathered for this joyous event to brighten the vacation season."

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Police confirmed "life was [lost] throughout this tragic occasion as household gathered for this joyous event to brighten the vacation season." (Navajo Police Division)

Damages to automobiles and property have been additionally reported.

The driving force was arrested and transported to the native Division of Corrections.

"A tragic occasion through the holidays can change somebody’s life and damage households throughout the Navajo Nation," police wrote on Fb. "If you happen to see somebody who could also be impaired, take their keys, assist them get dwelling safely, or name your native Navajo Police Division."

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The incident stays under investigation . The FBI and the Navajo Division of Legal Investigation are aiding Navajo police within the investigation.

Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren stated the folks hit by the automobile embrace a "younger particular person" who stays in crucial situation and a pregnant lady.

"This occasion was meant to deliver pleasure, unity, and vacation spirit to our group—and is a time for households to come back collectively and have a good time," Nygren wrote on Fb. "Nobody ought to need to expertise tragedy throughout a season meant for love and togetherness."

The FBI and the Navajo Division of Legal Investigation are aiding Navajo Police within the investigation. (Getty Photos)

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Kayenta Township stated "an accident occurred alongside Navajo Route 591 close to the Kayenta Rodeo Grounds."

"Our major concern is the well-being of these affected. We ask that you simply hold them and their households in your ideas and prayers," the group wrote on its Fb web page.