A 30-year-old man was arrested after driving a vehicle into the Pacific Coliseum arena in East Vancouver while a Cirque du Soleil show was taking place. No one was injured, and police believe the incident was related to a mental-health episode, not terrorism or the recent Lapu Lapu Day attack.
Man arrested after vehicle driven into Vancouver Cirque du Soleil arena, no one injured
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A 30-year-old man was arrested after driving a vehicle into the Pacific Coliseum arena in East Vancouver while a Cirque du Soleil show was taking place. No one was injured, and police believe the incident was related to a mental-health episode, not terrorism or the recent Lapu Lapu Day attack.
Trending- 1 April: A ramming attack on the Lapu Lapu Day festival in Vancouver killed 11 people and injured dozens.
- 2 Thursday (implied June 5, 2025): A vehicle was driven into the Pacific Coliseum arena.
- Man arrested under the Mental Health Act
- No injuries reported despite the incident occurring during a show
- Increased public anxiety due to the incident occurring shortly after a similar ramming attack
What: A man drove a vehicle into the Pacific Coliseum arena.
When: Just after 8 p.m. Thursday (implied June 5, 2025).
Where: Pacific Coliseum arena, East Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Why: Police believe the man was experiencing a mental-health break or episode. It does not appear to be an act of terrorism or related to the Lapu Lapu Day attack.
How: A dark-coloured sedan was driven into what appeared to be the entrance of the arena, crumpling its front end.