Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is mourning the loss of 11 people killed when a man drove a vehicle into a crowd attending a festival in Vancouver. The incident occurred on Saturday night at the La Pa Lu La Festival near the intersection of East 41st Avenue and Fraser Street. A large number of people were injured, with reports suggesting around 20 people were taken to hospital.
Chaos Erupts as Vehicle Crashes into Crowd
Witnesses described hearing the sound of a vehicle accelerating before it crashed into the crowd. The driver, a 30-year-old man, got out of the vehicle and attempted to flee but was caught by members of the public. He was later apprehended by the police. Authorities have confirmed that the suspect is known to them, but they are still investigating the motive behind the attack. Police have ruled out terrorism as a possible motive.
Investigation Underway
The police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Mark Carney has expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to those injured. He confirmed that the suspect is believed to have acted alone and that there is no ongoing threat to Canadians. The Prime Minister is working closely with the police and local authorities to support the investigation.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with many people left traumatized by the event. The La Pa Lu La Festival was a popular event, attracting a large crowd to the area. The authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to help with the investigation.
Sources: bbc