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Zach Koons

Man Accused of Throwing Can at Cruz at Astros Parade Arrested

Houston police arrested a man who allegedly threw a can of White Claw that hit U.S. senator Ted Cruz during the Astros’ World Series victory parade Monday.

In a statement released Monday, authorities said the can hit Cruz around the chest and neck area. The senator, 51, did not require medical attention.

“Nearby HPD officers arrested the male without further incident,” Houston police said in a statement on Twitter. “He was taken to jail and faces assault charges.”

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