VIDEO: Man arrested at Astros parade for throwing beer can at Sen. Ted Cruz

A 33-year-old man was arrested for throwing a beer can at U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz during the World Series championship celebration parade Monday in downtown Houston.

Houston police said Cruz was riding on a float when the parade-goer threw the beer can that struck the senator in his chest/neck area.

Cruz did not require medical attention.

The suspect will be charged with assault, police said.

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