Kris Allen, Season 8 American Idol winner, was in a head-on collision car crash on New Year's Day.

Allen’s pregnant wife and dog were in the vehicle as well. “Thank you @ford for equipping me with a car that kept my whole family @katyallen @ZorroPup and the little one we have on the way safe,” tweeted Allen Tuesday night. While it’s been reported that Allen injured his arm in the accident, his wife’s injuries are unknown.

Kimberly Allen, Allen’s mom, tweeted a photo of her son in a neck brace and a bandaged arm with the caption, “From Kris: he’s in a lot of pain, arm broke, may not play guitar for awhile. Prayers welcome please!”

She continued, “Kristopher and Katy are both pretty beat up but Alive! Thank you Jesus! They are setting his arm now and will have surgery tomorrow.”

Reassuring fans about his upcoming shows, Allen tweeted, “Don’t worry everyone I may have broken my wrist but the #OutAliveTour is still on.”

The father-to-be is scheduled to kick off his tour on January 8 in Killington, Vt., followed by a stop in Boston on Jan. 9.

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