The reported incident occurred at the Explanada of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Guadalajara during a Walk for Life event, when a man driving a black truck performed erratic maneuvers, zigzagging through flowerbeds and hitting attendees. Among the injured, eight people were reported, with some sustaining serious injuries. The events unfolded in the afternoon of the event which gathered over five thousand participants, leading authorities to question the effectiveness of the security measures in place. The truck, reportedly stolen, was controlled by its owner who had lost his four-year-old son in the tumult. Despite the severity of the incident, it was confirmed that there were no fatalities; only several injuries were treated across different clinics. The absence of a safety barrier in a pedestrian area has sparked criticism regarding the preparation for events of such magnitude and public safety. Currently, the victims are receiving medical attention, while the driver of the vehicle has been detained, and an investigation has been initiated to determine the circumstances surrounding the theft of the truck.
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