Immediate Aftermath
A driver plowed into a crowd at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival in , , shortly after 8 p.m. on Saturday, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries. The driver is in custody as police investigate.
Emergency services responded quickly, with videos on social media showing crews attending to several injured festival-goers lying on the ground.
Community and Official Response
Vancouver Mayor expressed shock and sadness over the incident, extending thoughts to those affected and the city's Filipino community.
The Lapu-Lapu Day festival celebrates Filipino culture and honors Datu Lapu-Lapu, the Philippines’ first national hero. The event, recognized by British Columbia since 2023, was held in ’s neighborhood.