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Hit-and-run in Canada at a party of Filipinos, who are predominantly Catholic.

The police do not know the driver's motives. They say, «He is known to the police and is 30 years old.» Nine dead.

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On the night of Saturday 26 April 2025, A vehicle ran over a crowd during the Lapu Lapu Day festival, a celebration of the Filipino community in Vancouver, Canada, which is predominantly Catholic. The incident took place at around 8:14 pm local time at the intersection of East 41st Avenue and Fraser Street. According to the authorities, At least eight people died, including a child, and six others were injured..

The driver, a 30-year-old man known to the police «in certain circumstances», was arrested at the scene after being detained by witnesses. Authorities have, for the time being, ruled out that it was a terrorist act, according to CBC News.

A deeply affected Catholic community

The Filipino community in Vancouver, which is predominantly Catholic, is deeply shocked by this attack. The attack took place during the Lapu-Lapu festival. This festival commemorates the Filipino leader who resisted Spanish colonisation in the 16th century. During the event, thousands of people gathered to enjoy Filipino music and cuisine.

Witnesses described scenes of panic when a black SUV ploughed into the pedestrian area, running over several people. The driver tried to flee on foot, but bystanders restrained him.

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