Ten people injured after a California police officer rode a motorcycle into crowds at a Christmas parade.

Palm Springs police officers California A motorcycle crashed into a crowd at a Christmas parade on Saturday night.

The accident resulted in the deaths of 10 people, including the traffic officer driving the motorcycle. with injuries that were not life-threatening. According to the Palm Springs Police Department.

The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

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The accident occurred during the Festival of Lights in Palm Springs. California (Facebook/City of Palm Springs)

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The accident happened on the parade route at Palm Canyon Drive and Amado Road shortly after 6 p.m.

“We appreciate the support from the community. We express our condolences to the officials. his family and all those injured today,” the police department said on Facebook.

The officer lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into the crowd.

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The accident happened on the parade route at Palm Canyon Drive and Amado Road shortly after 6 p.m. (Istock)

“Officers at the scene received different statements from different people. So they will follow up and find out why he was out of control,” said Lt. Gustavo Arraiza, public information officer for the Palm Springs Police Department. Los Angeles Times–

The parade resumed at approximately 7:20 p.m.

“As mayor I’m very serious about this. I also know that Palm Springs is unique,” ​​Palm Springs Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein wrote on Facebook. “We have a community that can and will come together to overcome the toughest of circumstances.”

“Again, please join me in dedicating our positive energy and resources to healing the injured,” the mayor said.

The parade resumed at approximately 7:20 p.m. (Istock)

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California Highway Patrol officials are investigating the incident.

“I feel terrible about the accidents and injuries to the people we protect. I am extremely concerned and hope for a full recovery,” Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills wrote on Facebook.