The vibrant atmosphere of the annual Lapu Lapu festival in Vancouver turned tragic on Saturday evening when a car drove into a crowd of festival-goers. Local authorities reported that there were "number of people" who have died and multiple others injured following the incident.
The Vancouver Police confirmed the driver is in custody and are currently conducting a thorough investigation. Details remain scarce as officials work to gather more information about the situation that unfolded at E. 41st Avenue and Fraser around 8 PM local time.
Witnesses shared unverified footage showing the chaotic scenes as police cars and ambulances rushed to assist those affected. The annual festival, celebrating Filipino culture, has now been marred by this distressing event. Local news outlets are updating the story, urging the public to stay tuned for further details.
The Vancouver Police confirmed the driver is in custody and are currently conducting a thorough investigation. Details remain scarce as officials work to gather more information about the situation that unfolded at E. 41st Avenue and Fraser around 8 PM local time.
Witnesses shared unverified footage showing the chaotic scenes as police cars and ambulances rushed to assist those affected. The annual festival, celebrating Filipino culture, has now been marred by this distressing event. Local news outlets are updating the story, urging the public to stay tuned for further details.
