'This is the darkest day in our city's history': Vancouver police chief - The Globe and Mail

Published April 27, 2025

Vancouver's interim police chief says this is the darkest day in the city's history after Saturday night's deadly incident when a vehicle was driven into a crowded festival, killing 11 and injuring dozens more. Steve Rai told reporters that consultations had determined that dedicated officers and heavy vehicle barricades would not be used at the festival site.

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