Christmas Parade Tragedy: Drunken Driver Strikes Spectators, Delaying Festivities

Bakersfield Police Chief Greg Terry provided updates on the recent incident at the Bakersfield Christmas Parade, where a 72-year-old man, Alan Booth, allegedly drove in reverse at a high speed and crashed into paradegoers, injuring three men. Booth was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. The victims are in stable condition with serious skeletal and bone-fracture injuries. Chief Terry emphasized the importance of reporting accurate information to the police and discussed the decision to continue the parade after assessing the public safety situation. He also highlighted the need for responsible alcohol consumption and the consequences of driving while intoxicated.