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Two people, including child, killed after person drives through soccer game in Kansas

The driver of the vehicle is in custody, and two juveniles were in the vehicle, according to Wichita police department Two people, including a child, were killed during a soccer game in Wichita, Kansas, when a person drove a vehicle through the field at Stryker soccer complex, police have confirmed. Multiple other people were injured. The driver of the vehicle is in custody, Aaron Moses of the…

Two people, including child, killed after person drives through soccer game in Kansas

A tragic incident occurred at a soccer game in Wichita, Kansas, when a vehicle was driven onto the field, resulting in the deaths of two people, including a child, and multiple injuries. The driver of the vehicle is currently in custody, according to Wichita police department spokesperson Aaron Moses. Two juveniles were reportedly in the vehicle at the time of the incident.

Police have confirmed that one child was killed at the scene and one adult, but have not released any names or ages until family could be notified. The extent of the injuries suffered by the multiple other victims is currently unknown. Mayor Lily Wu of Wichita expressed her heartbreak over the tragic incident, offering her thoughts and prayers to those affected, especially the children and families involved.

All events at the Stryker Sports Complex have been canceled pending further investigation. Emergency responders were seen providing aid and CPR to the victims, with dozens rushing to the scene. Police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the vehicle's speed and how it entered the field.

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