DUI Driver Crashes into Anaheim High School Runners

DUI Incident in Anaheim

• 🚗 A 27-year-old man is suspected of driving under the influence after crashing into a group of Anaheim High School students.
• 🎯 The incident occurred around 3 PM when the driver, identified as Palafox, allegedly ran a red light, hopped the curb, and struck eight students.
• 🤕 The students, aged 16-17 and part of the cross-country team, sustained varying degrees of injuries, with seven transported to the hospital. Police stated none of the injuries were life-threatening.

Driver's Condition and Arrest

• ⚖️ The driver was arrested at the hospital on suspicion of being under the influence of both drugs and alcohol at the time of the crash.
• 🏥 Paramedics treated both the students and the driver at the scene.

Investigation and Support

• 🔍 Anaheim Police are impounding the vehicle to search its onboard computer for data on speed and other factors, and to examine its contents.
• 💬 Grief counselors are expected to be available at Anaheim High School for students affected by the incident.
• 📢 Authorities are appealing to the public for any information or witnesses who may have seen the crash.