A vehicle drove into a crowd celebrating Mexico’s World Cup win in Cabo San Lucas, injuring 17 people in a chaotic scene filmed by onlookers. The driver was detained and taken to a hospital while remaining in police custody. Officials say the driver claimed he accelerated after people surrounded and pressed on his car; no charges have been filed yet as investigators continue to probe.
Car Plows Into Celebrating Fans in Cabo San Lucas After Mexico World Cup Win — 17 Injured, Driver Detained
Car Plows Through Crowd Celebrating Mexico
Chaos erupted in Cabo San Lucas after a car drove into a crowd celebrating Mexico’s World Cup victory over Czechia, injuring 17 people in an incident captured on video.
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What Happened
Footage posted by TikTok user @verodejesus4 shows a packed street of jubilant fans on Wednesday night when a black car suddenly barreled through the crowd. The celebration quickly turned to panic and anger as bystanders chased the vehicle and tried to help the injured.
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Casualties and Response
Authorities reported that 17 people were hurt. The driver was detained at the scene and later taken to a hospital while remaining in police custody. Emergency responders treated the injured on site and at nearby medical facilities.
Driver’s Account and Ongoing Investigation
According to the General Directorate of Public Security of Los Cabos, the driver told investigators that people had surrounded his vehicle, blocked his path and were applying physical pressure to the car, prompting him to accelerate.
No charges have been filed so far as investigators continue to examine the circumstances and review video and witness statements to determine what led to the incident.
Video And Public Reaction
The video circulating online has drawn widespread attention and concern, showing the sudden shift from celebration to a chaotic scramble. Authorities are urging anyone with additional footage or information to come forward to aid the investigation.
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