One dead, three hurt after suspected drunk driver crashes into Navajo Nation parade
By Allyson Rael
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KAYENTA, Arizona (KOAT) — A suspected drunk driver was arrested after plowing into a crowd of people at the Kayenta Christmas Night Parade in Kayenta, Arizona.
According to Navajo Nation police, around 5:10 p.m. Monday, the driver drove into the parade route and hit four people who were waiting for the parade to start. Navajo police say a life was lost during the tragic event.
The Navajo Police Department, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Navajo Department of Criminal Investigation are investigating this incident. It remains an active ongoing investigation.
Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren released a statement Monday saying in part, “I am deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred this evening during the Kayenta Township’s Christmas Night Parade… Please pray for the victims, their families, and everyone impacted by this devastating incident.”
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