Philadelphia Eagles fans were celebrating their team's advancement to Super Bowl LIX when a tragic incident marred the joy. In the city center, a car crashed into a crowd gathered to celebrate the victory, leaving three people injured.
The incident occurred near the Center City area on Sunday night, following the Eagles' victory over the Washington Commanders. According to authorities, the driver of the vehicle, currently in custody, did not intend to run over people.
"The driver has been detained, and the collision does not appear to be intentional," reported the Philadelphia Police Department. Fortunately, the victims suffered non-fatal injuries, according to local reports citing police.
This incident generated concern among fans and authorities, who deployed a significant security presence to maintain order during the celebrations. Despite this unfortunate event, most festivities proceeded peacefully.
The Eagles' victory over the Commanders sparked a wave of euphoria in the city, with thousands of fans celebrating in the streets their advancement to Super Bowl LIX, the second in three years for the Philadelphia team. Now, the Eagles are preparing to face the Kansas City Chiefs in a game that promises to be one of the season's most exciting.
Amid the celebration, local authorities are calling on citizens to assist in the investigations and maintain calm. However, the tragic incident raises questions about safety at mass events and casts a shadow over what should have been a unanimous joy in the city.
