Police say several people have been killed and injured, as man arrested at sceneConservative leader Pierre Poilievre has called the incident a “senseless attack”, while the leader of the British Columbia New Democratic Party, David Eby, said he was “shocked and heartbroken”, adding that his thoughts were with the victims and their loved ones.Canadian prime minister Mark Carney has said he is “devastated” by the deadly incident that occurred in Vancouver’s Sunset on Fraser neighbourhood on Saturday.I am devastated to hear about the horrific events at the Lapu Lapu festival in Vancouver earlier this evening. I offer my deepest condolences to the loved ones of those killed and injured, to the Filipino Canadian community, and to everyone in Vancouver. Continue reading…
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Author : Yohannes Lowe
Publish date : 2025-04-27 07:53:00
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Vancouver street festival: multiple casualties as car is driven into crowds at Lapu Lapu celebrations – latest updates
