A horrific situation has unfolded in Vancouver as authorities confirm multiple casualties after a car slammed into a crowd during a street festival, with the driver apprehended.
Car Plows Into Crowd at Vancouver Festival, Leaving Multiple Casualties
Car Plows Into Crowd at Vancouver Festival, Leaving Multiple Casualties
Tragic incident occurs at the Lapu Lapu festival in Vancouver, leading to fatalities and injuries.
Local police reported a tragic incident on Saturday evening in Vancouver's E. 41st Avenue and Fraser area. Several individuals lost their lives and many more sustained injuries when a vehicle sped into a crowd gathered for the annual Lapu Lapu festival, which showcases Filipino culture. The driver has been taken into custody.
Law enforcement announced the event occurring shortly after 8 PM local time (03:00 GMT Sunday), but they did not disclose the exact number of fatalities yet. As more details emerge, police have stated that they will continue updating the public.
Footage circulating on social media captures emergency services attending to the scene, with numerous police cars, ambulances, and fire trucks present, alongside injured individuals receiving aid. This tragic event has shocked the community, and more information will be made available as investigations proceed.
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