A tragic incident occurred on Saturday afternoon at the Stryker Soccer Complex in Wichita, Kansas, where a vehicle drove through a soccer game, resulting in the deaths of a child and an adult. Several others sustained injuries and were transported to hospitals for treatment.
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Wichita Police Captain Aaron Moses confirmed the fatalities during a press briefing, stating the victims were pronounced dead at the scene. First responders arrived shortly after receiving multiple 911 calls around 3:25 PM CT.
The driver is currently in custody, and police are investigating the incident. Moses noted that there were two juveniles in the vehicle at the time. The City of Wichita announced via Facebook that all events at the sports complex have been canceled until further notice.
In a public statement, the city extended condolences to those affected, urging the community to keep the victims and their families in their thoughts and prayers. The Stryker Soccer Complex also expressed its sorrow: "Our hearts are heavy as we process the tragic events at Stryker today," the complex stated. They offered prayers for the injured and the families involved in the incident.
This is a developing story, and further updates are expected.