Woman Drives Truck Through Kansas Soccer Field, Killing Two
Authorities reported 11 others hospitalized after the incident during a youth game.
A 34-year-old woman drove a truck through a soccer field during a youth game in Wichita, Kansas, on Saturday, killing two people and hospitalizing 11 others, authorities said.
A 6-year-old boy and a 35-year-old man died in the incident. The ages of the injured victims range from 5 to 68.
The driver is in custody, and authorities are working to determine the cause and motive behind the incident. Two children were also in the truck with the driver.
Wichita Police Chief Joe Sullivan praised bystanders who provided immediate aid to the victims, calling their actions "truly amazing" and "indicative of the Wichita community."
Authorities stated there is no further public threat. Mayor Lily Wu offered condolences to the families affected and advised people to avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing.