A tragic incident struck the city of Vancouver, Canada, late Saturday evening when a driver plowed into a crowd celebrating the Filipino festival “Lapu Lapu Day,” resulting in multiple deaths and numerous injuries.
According to the BBC, authorities confirmed that “a number of people have been killed and many others injured” following the attack at E. 41st Avenue and Fraser Street, just after 8:00 PM local time.
The Vancouver Police Department announced via a statement on X (formerly Twitter) that the driver has been arrested and is currently in custody. However, the motive behind the attack remains unknown at this time.
“A number of people have been killed and many others injured after a driver crashed into a crowd at a street festival on E. 41st Avenue and Fraser just after 8 p.m. The driver is in custody. We will provide more information as the investigation progresses,” stated the VPD.
The horrifying event occurred during celebrations of the “Lapu Lapu Day Festival,” a cultural event that had drawn large crowds. Eyewitnesses and social media posts flooded the platform X with images and videos from the chaotic aftermath.
Local authorities have launched an extensive investigation, with multiple streets cordoned off around the crime scene. Police are urging anyone with footage or information to come forward.
This devastating incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with leaders calling for solidarity and calm as investigations continue.
