At least 11 people were killed and dozens more injured when a driver plowed into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Day street festival in Vancouver, British Columbia, on April 26, 2025.
The suspect, 30-year-old Kai-ji Adam Lo, was quickly apprehended at the scene by bystanders.
Lo faces eight counts of murder. Vancouver police have confirmed that the attack is not considered an act of terrorism, although the motive remains unclear.
Witnesses reported chaos as the vehicle sped through barricades before targeting pedestrians.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, transporting victims to nearby hospitals while law enforcement cordoned off the area.
A car crashed into a crowd at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival on Saturday at 8pm, leaving at least 20 people injured and 11 dead, with ages ranging from five to 65.
Emergency responders were on-site swiftly, providing aid to the injured and assisting with the investigation.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. extended their condolences to the Filipino-Canadian community and offered support during this tragic time.
The attack at the Lapu Lapu festival has left our country shocked, devastated, and heartbroken.
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) April 27, 2025
To those grieving, to those who were injured, to the Filipino Canadian community, and to everyone in Vancouver: Canada is mourning with you, and we are united behind you. pic.twitter.com/GQnubDjQma
Local authorities have established a 24-hour assistance center at Douglas Park Community Center for the victims and their families.
Vancouver Police Acting Chief Steve Rai called the attack “the darkest day in our city’s history,” as the community reels from the shocking event.
Police continue to investigate the suspect’s background and the events leading to the attack.
Lapu-Lapu Day commemorates the legacy of Lapu-Lapu, a Filipino hero who resisted foreign colonization in 1521. The festival typically includes cultural performances, food stalls, and activities celebrating Filipino heritage.
Organizers estimated thousands of attendees for this year’s event, though exact numbers may vary annually depending on the program and weather conditions.
The proximity of the festival site to nearby streets and how easily accessible it was to vehicles has not been clarified in official reports.
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