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Death Toll Rises to 11 in Vancouver Festival Vehicular Attack

Police rule out terrorism in the Lapu Lapu Day tragedy as investigations focus on the suspect's mental health history.

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Overview

  • A 30-year-old Vancouver man drove a vehicle into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Day festival, killing 11 and injuring dozens.
  • Authorities have ruled out terrorism as a motive and are examining the suspect's history with law enforcement and mental health services.
  • Witnesses described scenes of chaos, with bystanders restraining the suspect, who reportedly apologized at the scene.
  • Prime Minister Mark Carney and other leaders expressed condolences to victims and solidarity with the Filipino-Canadian community.
  • Police continue to investigate, appealing for witness accounts and emphasizing the need for community support during the ongoing inquiry.