08 Dec 2023 | 04:49 AM UTC
US: Police responding to vehicle-ramming incident near 21st and H Streets in downtown Bakersfield, Calif., the evening of Dec. 7
FLASH: Authorities investigating vehicle-ramming incident near 21st and H Streets in downtown Bakersfield, Calif., US, Dec. 7. Avoid area.
Authorities are responding to a vehicle-ramming incident at a Christmas Parade near 21st and H Streets in downtown Bakersfield, California State, the evening of Dec. 7. Preliminary reports indicate that at least three people are injured and that officials have arrested the driver of the vehicle. The motive behind the incident is unclear.
A heightened security presence will likely continue in the affected area over the coming hours. Associated transport and business disruptions are probable.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
Avoid the affected area. Allow additional time for journeys. Strictly heed all official directives.
