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Two dead after pedestrians struck at Canada truth and reconciliation event

Two dead after pedestrians struck at Canada truth and reconciliation event

Summary

Two people died and two were injured when a car hit pedestrians during a community walk in British Columbia, Canada. The walk was part of a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event to honor victims and survivors of Canada’s residential schools.

Key Facts

  • The crash happened on Tsawwassen First Nation land near Vancouver and the U.S.-Canada border.
  • Police said the driver might have had a medical emergency before the collision.
  • Authorities believe the crash was not related to the Truth and Reconciliation Day event.
  • The incident took place at about 10:25 a.m. local time in a parking lot.
  • Two injured people were taken to the hospital and the area is under police investigation.
  • The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation honors Indigenous children affected by residential schools.
  • Tsawwassen First Nation has around 491 members, with about half living on the reserve.
  • The event included a community walk and was scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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