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Vancouver Festival Tragedy: 11 Dead in Vehicle Attack

A 30-year-old man drove into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Day festival, prompting an investigation into mental health and public safety concerns.

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Overview

  • Eleven people were killed and dozens injured when a driver intentionally struck a crowd at Vancouver's Lapu Lapu Day festival on Saturday evening.
  • Authorities confirmed the suspect, a Vancouver resident, has a significant history of mental health issues and ruled out terrorism as a motive.
  • The suspect was apprehended on-site by civilians before being taken into custody by police, who are appealing for additional witnesses and evidence.
  • Prime Minister Mark Carney canceled campaign events ahead of Monday's federal election and expressed condolences to the victims and the Filipino-Canadian community.
  • The attack has sparked discussions about urban security, mental health interventions, and public safety measures during large-scale events.