At least five people died and more than 40 others were injured after a vehicle plowed into the Christmas parade crowd in Waukesha on Sunday, according to the city of Wisconsin.
“At this time, we can confirm that 5 people are deceased and over 40 are injured,” the city of Waukesha tweeted. “However, these numbers may change as we collect additional information. Many people have self-transported to area hospitals.”
The police department “has the person of interest” in custody, the city added.
The incident reportedly happened at around 4:30 p.m. local time (2230 GMT) on Sunday when a red SUV broke through the barriers and sped into the roadway where the Christmas parade was taking place.
The scene is still fluid, and the investigation is ongoing.
“The community mourns the loss of our community members and those injured. We are asking for the community to come together during this time and to keep the families in your prayers,” the city said in a tweet.
Waukesha County Community Foundation and United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County have joined together to create the “United for Waukesha Community Fund.” This fund will support the needs of the families impacted from Sunday’s tragic incident at the annual Waukesha Christmas Parade, the organizers said.
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