In a shocking turn of events at a street festival in Vancouver, Canada, a car collided with a crowd, leading to multiple fatalities and injuries. The incident occurred on Saturday evening at the annual Lapu Lapu festival, designed to honor Filipino culture, specifically at the intersection of E. 41st Avenue and Fraser shortly after 8 PM local time.
The police have stated that "a number of people have been killed," though the exact figures are still to be confirmed. In a message posted on X, the police indicated that the driver was apprehended and further details would be released as the investigation develops.
Witnesses and local media reported seeing a significant response from emergency services, with images surfacing on social media depicting numerous first responders at the scene, tending to the injured who were laid on the ground. The authorities have urged the public to stay tuned for updates as they continue to gather information regarding this devastating incident.
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