News World Canada: Van runs over several pedestrians in Toronto, several injured

Canada: Van runs over several pedestrians in Toronto, several injured

"Collision, numerous pedestrians have been struck by a white van on Yonge St and Finch area. Unknown of extent of injuries, possible 8 - 10 pedestrians struck," the Toronto Police said in a series of tweets.

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Several people were reportedly injured when a van ran over them in Canada's Toronto on Monday. According to reports, at least 8 to 10 people suffered injuries in the incident which took place in the area of Yonge Street and Finch Avenue.

According to reports, a white van drove down the sidewalk hitting people. 

"Collision, numerous pedestrians have been struck by a white van on Yonge St and Finch area. Unknown of extent of injuries, possible 8 - 10 pedestrians struck," the Toronto Police said in a series of tweets.

Images on social media showed several ambulances at the incident site and paramedics attending the injured. While relief and rescue operations were on, it was too early to say if it was a terror attack.

More details awaited.

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