The article says that they don't consider it an act of terrorism. Unless the guy was so drunk that he had no idea what was happening how was it not an act of terrorism?
EDIT: More reading and someone says he appeared to have mental health issues.
"The person we have in custody does have a significant history of interactions with police and health-care professionals related to mental health," he told a briefing on Sunday.
Useful context.
Is it possible to commit a terrorist act and not have mental health issues? Pretty sure this is still terrorism.
To be a tertorist act it needs to be intended to cause terror. If the guy was having a psychotic episode and didn't know what he was doing it would not be terrorism.
Sure. That's a very specific short-lived mental health crisis. A narrow subset of people with mental health issues.
A small Filipino cultural festival at a school was attacked. I am skeptical that this was a random act of violence. Nothing is impossible, but I think that it is much more likely that this was a targeted attack. Wait till they get the suspects computer, internet history, etc.
Yes. When that's the only option left. Many movements around the world have employed what we now refer to as terrorism to affect change. Including ones that are currently not considered terrorist.
That's abuse of the term. If you're attacking a military, you're not a terrorist. Even if your skin is brown.
If you're attacking women and children intentionally, you're a terrorist. Even if you're wearing a State-issued military uniform.
Fuck cars
As an american... I feel bad that I don't feel much because I've been desensitized to terrorism.
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Edit:
The horrific ideologies presenting themselves today are a marketed global plan. America is getting cooked, and its in the game plan for it to spread. As people of nations we need to understand we are products that get used for their purposes. The human bond needs to always stand above nations and nationalism, religion, business, and the political game.
There is no indication at this point that this is a terrorist attack
The only way it could not be a terrorist attack is if it was an accident, right?
Was there a political purpose? Sounds more like a mental health problem.
All terrorists, by definition, have mental health problems
This is kind of out there... But...
I think in the modern world, evil people target regular people to commit acts of horror. And I think this is done through manipulation both in physical and digitally. Kind of like "gangstalking." In this way a group can make changes to society without becoming a target themselves. Like decentralized war. I think we live in a time when most people are too naive to know or admit this is actually happening because it means in reality there really isn't any safety or security. In essence there's a war going on and people don't even know they are being used for it.
...I kind of think Americas current admin is controlled by this.
I live here and I just find it hard to believe someone would do this on purpose. This doesn't happen here
Just because you cannot believe it does not mean it is not factually true.
People do these things on purpose daily all over the globe. Your little piece of heaven is just as likely to be attacked as any other.
Truly horrifying to hear.
Cars are weapons and must be treated accordingly, or this will keep happening.
Requirements for a license to operate cars and guns should be on par.
They pretty much are in Canada. You need to take tests to prove basic competency of training.
Anything can be used as a weapon if the person wishing to do harm is unstable enough or it's pre-meditated and they're crazy enough.
Here in BC, you only get retested for driving competency if you have a stroke/seizure/enter a coma.
I have personally seen doctors write multiple letters of competency for someone who couldn't pass the vision test, written signs test, briefly forgot where he was, and needed a mobility aid. We still gave him a road test,, which he failed, and got harassed by him and his doctor for months about giving him his license back.
Get your license suspended for reckless or impaired driving? As long as you have your full license (which is a 3 year process here) you just have to pay us $500-5000 + pay off your fines and you can drive again in 3-6 months, no retesting needed. Sure, if you get suspended 3+ times you have to go to AA, anger management, or a defensive driving course, but its only like 3 sessions.
Our basic competency is honestly a joke, and we basically never retest people... And honestly, as long as you aren't literally blind, we also don't permanently take away you license as long as you have money.
My GG had dementia and incredibly poor eyesight and was still legally allowed to drive up until she was hospitalized. She was over 80 at that time.
The system needs a massive overhaul, and it should start with mandatory retesting when you have to renew your license.
How frequently do you need to get retested?
Annually, by a doctor. Once you turn 80.
Other than that, never once after you pass the initial test at 16.
The issue is not whether the knowledge exists to operate a vehicle or gun safely. But the background check to determine if they might not.
Seems like a very reasonable standard, yeah.
This stuff doesn't happen here in BC. I'm holding onto hope it was somehow an accident because this is beyond fucked.
If you live in Vancouver, now is a helpful time to donate blood since there will be a need.
Compiling some links in a thread in !vancouver@lemmy.ca. I've copied the current version below, but please see the linked thread for the most up to date version: https://lemmy.ca/post/42967562
Information
WARNING: There are graphic videos of the event and aftermath. Keep that in mind when going through any social media posts. The news articles are generally 'safe' to read.
Social media threads:
r/Vancouver: https://www.reddit.com/r/vancouver/comments/1k8v49i/
News Articles:
- https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vehicle-hits-crowd-filipino-festival-lapu-lapu-day-block-party-1.7519778
- https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/04/26/major-police-incident-vancouver-lapu-lapu-festival/
- https://theprovince.com/news/police-incident-at-lapu-lapu-day-in-vancouver/wcm/8078cf55-f577-49a1-a041-6bdd6d7c2bef
- https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/british-columbia/article-vancouver-festival-driver-incident-deaths-injuries-updates-lapu-lapu/
- https://vancouversun.com/news/police-incident-at-lapu-lapu-day-in-vancouver
Let me know if any information belongs in this thread and I'll edit it in.
Support Resources:
Local Resources
Vancouver Police Victim Services: As per their website - Victim Services staff members are not police officers; they are civilian employees of the VPD with specialized training in emotional support, crisis intervention, and communication skills, and with education in areas such as psychology, social work or other related disciplines.
Staff are available to provide free and confidential support to victims, witnesses, and family members affected by crime and trauma.
If you have been affected by crime or trauma, contact the VPD Victim Services Unit at 604-717-2737.
Vancouver Coastal Regional Distress Line: 604-872-3311
BC Mental Health & Crisis Response (no area code needed): 310-6789
Suicide Crisis Helplines: Text or call 9-8-8 from anywhere in Canada or call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) in BC, both available 24/7.
Learn about what resources are available in your community, including mental health supports. Available 24/7 and Canada wide: Call 211 or visit 211.ca
Crisis Centre: https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/
Other Resources
A few people have recommended doing a visuospatial activity, such as playing tetris, to help reduce trauma related intrusive memories from the incident
https://www.ox.ac.uk/news/2017-03-28-tetris-used-prevent-post-traumatic-stress-symptoms
A single dose psychological intervention, which includes using the computer game Tetris, can prevent the unpleasant, intrusive memories that develop in some people after suffering a traumatic event.
Some tetris links:
What can you do
I haven't seen an official call for donations yet, but I've compiled some comments / links.
Blood donation eligibility information: https://www.blood.ca/en/blood/am-i-eligible-donate-blood
What types might be in need:
Filipinos blood type distribution is 86% O-positive, and 8% A-positive, so if you are type O and A consider donating. Oak street location is open pretty much every day
3D Tetris is probably also helpful
we got any motive yet?
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