Car ploughs through crowd of World Cup fans injuring 17
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At least 17 people are injured after a car rammed into football fans celebrating a World Cup win.
Crowds had gathered in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, after Raul Jimenez’s team beat rivals the Czech Republic 3-0, qualifying top of the group and cementing their place in the round of 32.
Hordes of jubilant fans congregated in the resort city at around 9.45pm local time, wearing Mexico’s green football shirt and celebrating in the streets.
As the crowds descended, several cars appeared to be blocked in.
In footage of the incident posted online, fans could be seen surrounding a black car, appearing to press up against its windows and front bonnet.
The car drove through throngs of celebrating fans (Picture: Jam Press)
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The vehicle then suddenly accelerated, ramming into crowds before attempting to drive off.
The people in the car were arrested at the scene shortly after the incident.
All of those who suffered injuries were taken to local hospitals and are all in stable condition.
No fatalities were recorded.
17 people have been taken to local hospitals where they are in stable condition (Picture: Jam Press)
Alberto Rentería Santana, general secretary of Los Cabos City Council, said investigations are ongoing.
Cabo San Lucas is a popular holiday destination located at the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula, in the state of Baja California Sur.
It is consistently rated as one of Mexico’s top tourist destinations, known for its beaches, scuba diving and marine life.
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