WATCH: Ted Cruz Hit by a Beer Thrown From Houston Parade Audience, One Man Arrested

Houston police said officers arrested a man suspected of throwing a beer at Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas during the celebratory parade for the Houston Astros Monday.

Video captured the moment Cruz was waving to the crowd as a beer was launched at him. He appeared to deflect the can with the help of a nearby aide.

Police tweeted that officers had arrested a 33-year-old male for allegedly throwing the beer and added that Cruz had been hit in the chest/neck area by the can of beer.

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“Nearby HPD officers arrested the male without further incident. He was taken to jail and faces assault charges. We will release the suspect’s name and booking photo here when formal charges are filed,” police said in a second tweet.

Cruz was riding atop a military vehicle with his wife and their two daughters when the incident occurred. Video from another angle showed a second person assisting his family after the can bounced off of Cruz. (Read more from “Video: Ted Cruz Hit by a Beer Thrown From Houston Parade Audience, One Man Arrested” HERE)

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