A tragic incident occurred in Vancouver, Canada, when a driver crashed into a crowd at the Lapu-Lapu Day block party, a celebration of Filipino culture, on Saturday night. The accident took place at around 8:14 PM near East 41st Avenue and Fraser Street. Police apprehended a 30-year-old man, identified as the driver, but did not disclose the number of victims or the motive behind the crash.
Eyewitness Yoseb Vardeh, co-owner of a food truck at the festival, described the horrifying scene, stating he saw “bodies everywhere” after hearing an engine rev and witnessing a truck careening down the pedestrian area flanked by food vendors and festival-goers. The police quickly cordoned off the area and made the arrest.
Vancouver General Hospital reported multiple incoming patients from the incident. Local officials expressed their shock and condolences. Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim expressed his deep sadness over the event and offered support to the Filipino community. British Columbia Premier David Eby communicated with city officials to coordinate assistance.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also extended condolences and emphasized national mourning for the victims. Jagmeet Singh, leader of Canada’s New Democrat Party, expressed his horror at the incident and extended thoughts to the victims and their families, particularly within the Filipino community.
As the community grapples with this tragic event, further information is expected to emerge as authorities continue their investigation. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of public safety and the far-reaching impact of such violence.
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