Vancouver—Attendees at a local street festival were left reeling on Sunday when a driver drove into a crowd, killing several people and injuring multiple others, Vancouver police said.
Police confirmed the driver is in custody, posting the update on X. Investigators are now working to uncover what led to the incident.
Emergency crews responded swiftly, treating the injured and securing the scene as onlookers struggled to process the sudden violence at a gathering meant for celebration.
Authorities have not released an exact death toll or injury figures, but the loss and disruption are already weighing heavily on the community. Crisis counselors have been dispatched to support witnesses and families.
As city officials dig into the details, residents and visitors alike are grappling with the reality that a peaceful event can turn tragic in seconds. More information will be shared as the investigation unfolds.
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Several killed as driver plows into Vancouver festival crowd
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