11 Killed After SUV Rams Vancouver Filipino Festival

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APR 27

Above: Vancouver police investigate a crime scene after a man drove into pedestrians at the annual Lapu Lapu festival in Vancouver on April 26, 2025. Image copyright: Don MacKinnon/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images

story last updated MAY 1

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Narrative A

The devastating attack has shattered a peaceful cultural celebration and deeply wounded Vancouver's Filipino community, the third-largest cultural group in British Columbia. The incident emphasizes the importance of unity and resilience in the face of adversity.

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Narrative B

While authorities have ruled out terrorism and are investigating mental health issues as a potential factor in the attack, the attack's timing, just before Canada's federal elections, highlights the urgent need for enhanced security measures at public events.

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