SD man accused of DUI, striking pedestrian

RAPID CITY (AP) — A driver who police say was intoxicated and intentionally struck and injured a pedestrian with his vehicle has been arrested on charges of aggravated assault and driving under the influence.

Police tell the media that 50-year-old Calvin Alexander is accused of ramming Ernest Little Thunder with his car Monday night in Rapid City.

Police say Little Thunder sustained non-life threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital.

Police Sgt. Brian Blenner says Alexander was driving in reverse when he intentionally struck Little Thunder. He says the two men know each other.

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