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Anaheim HS students hit by suspected DUI driver
Officials said eight Anaheim High School track athletes were struck by a car driven by a suspected DUI driver.
LOS ANGELES - Officials said multiple high school students were injured during a crash in Anaheim involving a suspected DUI driver.
The crash happened at the intersection of North Street and Harbor Boulevard Wednesday just before 3 p.m.
What we know:
According to police, the kids were part of Anaheim High School's running club and were running when they were struck by a red sedan.
The kids were waiting for the light to turn green when the vehicle swerved into them.
Police on the scene said the driver was under the influence of drugs and alcohol. He was taken to the hospital along with several crash victims.
At least eight teens were involved in the crash. Three are reportedly listed in critical condition.
UPDATE: Officials identify DUI suspect accused of hitting 8 Anaheim High School runners
What they're saying:
"It's really bad. There's a few kids laying, bleeding. You can tell that they're badly injured. It's sad," said neighbor Sonia Chavez.
"I don't know, he just lost control of the car. didn't stop. He was just going. He just crashed the light. We were at the sidewalk right there," a member of the running club told FOX 11.
School officials say counseling resources will be made available for students and staff.
The Source: Information for this story came from the Anaheim Police Department and witnesses on the scene.