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<\/p>\nThe Brief<\/p>\n
Authorities have identified 27-year-old Anthony Alva-Palafox as the suspect in a DUI crash that injured eight Anaheim High School track athletes during a practice run.<\/p>\n
Alva-Palafox was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs after showing signs of intoxication at the scene; his vehicle has been impounded for further investigation.<\/p>\n
The incident occurred at the intersection of North Street and Harbor Boulevard, leaving three teens hospitalized in critical condition, with counseling resources offered to affected students and staff.<\/p>\n
ANAHEIM, Calif. – Authorities have identified the driver who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence when he struck eight Anaheim High School students.<\/p>\n
Suspect identified<\/p>\n
What we know<\/p>\n
On Tuesday, Anaheim Police officials identified the driver accused of hitting a group of Anaheim High School track athletes during a practice run as 27-year-old Anthony Alva-Palafox, a resident of Anaheim.<\/p>\n
Investigators said Alva-Palafox was also taken to the hospital after the collision for injuries he sustained. Police say he showed “objective signs of intoxication” at the scene, prompting officers to initiate a full DUI investigation.<\/p>\n
He was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of both alcohol and drugs.<\/p>\n
The suspect\u2019s vehicle was impounded, and officials said a search warrant is in progress to determine whether any evidence linked to the investigation may be inside.<\/p>\n
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