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Driver Arrested After Car Hits Crowd Outside Espanyol-Barcelona Match, Injuring 13

Authorities confirm the incident was an accident caused by loss of vehicle control, with all injuries reported as minor.

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Heavy police presence and first responders near the scene where several were injured after being struck by a vehicle near Espanyol's RCDE Stadium in what the Catalan police are saying was an "accidental collision."
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Overview

  • A car driven by a woman struck a crowd of Espanyol supporters outside RCDE Stadium on Thursday, injuring 13 people, none seriously.
  • The crash occurred around 8:30 PM as fans gathered to greet the team bus ahead of the Espanyol vs. Barcelona derby match.
  • Police detained the driver on suspicion of dangerous driving, with an initial investigation ruling the incident an accidental loss of control.
  • Emergency services responded quickly, dispatching multiple ambulances to treat the injured on-site and transport three to the hospital for further care.
  • The match was briefly paused after a stadium announcement but resumed once authorities confirmed there was no ongoing safety risk.