Photos show Lapu Lapu festival tragedy as several killed after car attack in Vancouver

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By Shweta Kukreti

Published on Apr 27, 2025 03:43 pm IST

In Canada's Vancouver, a driver crashed a car into a crowd during a street festival on Saturday, killing and injuring multiple people.

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A driver crashed a car into a crowd at a street event honoring Filipino history in Vancouver on Saturday night, killing several people and wounding others, according to authorities. This image grab from an AFPTV footage shows Police officers operating at the site where a car ploughed into a street party in Vancouver on April 26, 2025. (Photo by AFPTV teams / AFP)(AFP)

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Vancouver police said they did not suspect "an act of terrorism" after a driver plowed into a street party on April 26. Police officers arrive on Fraser street, near the site of the Lapu Lapu day block party.(REUTERS)

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The suspect, a 30-year-old man, was apprehended at the spot with assistance from several festival attendees.(REUTERS)

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Saturday's gathering was meant to be a celebration of diversity and culture, remembering an Indigenous leader who battled against Spanish colonization and recognizing Lapu Lapu Day, an annual festival hosted by the Filipino community in British Columbia. (REUTERS)

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An ambulance is parked at the site of the Lapu Lapu day block party following the tragic incident. Meanwhile, Steve Rai, Vancouver Police interim chief, refused to provide the specific number of victims, claiming that it would be "unfair" to do so while families are still being notified.(REUTERS)

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Rai clarified that there was "one suspect, one vehicle," stating that the culprit was believed to have acted alone. In this graphic, Vancouver police examine a black car suspected to be involved at a scene after a vehicle drove into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday April 26, 2025. (Rich Lam/The Canadian Press via AP)(AP)

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NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, center left, poses for photos during a campaign stop at a Lapu Lapu Day block party, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, April 26, 2025. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)(AP)

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Police work on Fraser street, near the site of the Lapu Lapu day block party where a vehicle drove into a crowd killing several people in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada April 26, 2025. REUTERS/Jennifer Gauthier(REUTERS)

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Vancouver Police have encouraged the general public to get in touch with them if they have any details about the incident.(REUTERS)

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The Major Crime Section of the Vancouver Police Department is leading the probe, which is still ongoing. REUTERS/Chris Helgren(REUTERS)

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Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities. Read Less ...Read More

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Photos show Lapu Lapu festival tragedy as several killed after car attack in Vancouver

In Canada's Vancouver, a driver crashed a car into a crowd during a street festival on Saturday, killing and injuring multiple people.

Vancouver police said they did not suspect "an act of terrorism" after a driver plowed into a street party on April 26. Police officers arrive on Fraser street, near the site of the Lapu Lapu day block party.(REUTERS)

The suspect, a 30-year-old man, was apprehended at the spot with assistance from several festival attendees.(REUTERS)

Saturday's gathering was meant to be a celebration of diversity and culture, remembering an Indigenous leader who battled against Spanish colonization and recognizing Lapu Lapu Day, an annual festival hosted by the Filipino community in British Columbia. (REUTERS)

An ambulance is parked at the site of the Lapu Lapu day block party following the tragic incident. Meanwhile, Steve Rai, Vancouver Police interim chief, refused to provide the specific number of victims, claiming that it would be "unfair" to do so while families are still being notified.(REUTERS)

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, center left, poses for photos during a campaign stop at a Lapu Lapu Day block party, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, April 26, 2025. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)(AP)

Police work on Fraser street, near the site of the Lapu Lapu day block party where a vehicle drove into a crowd killing several people in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada April 26, 2025. REUTERS/Jennifer Gauthier(REUTERS)

Vancouver Police have encouraged the general public to get in touch with them if they have any details about the incident.(REUTERS)

The Major Crime Section of the Vancouver Police Department is leading the probe, which is still ongoing. REUTERS/Chris Helgren(REUTERS)

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