Child hurt after getting caught under tire of parade float on East 10th Street in Alamogordo, New Mexico
Child is hospitalized after Alamogordo Christmas parade accident
A family member told KOAT on Sunday that initial tests on the child revealed no serious injuries, but the situation is still being assessed. The family member also thanked first responders, for their work after the accident occurred.
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