At least 7 pedestrians injured near South Philadelphia Easter carnival

Several people were injured Saturday night when a vehicle struck pedestrians near an Easter carnival at 7th Street and Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia. Police reported that the crash, involving a single vehicle, occurred as the carnival was concluding, and the injured included both adults and a 3-year-old child. The driver, a 68-year-old man, reportedly suffered a medical emergency that led to the incident. All those injured, including the driver, were transported to a local hospital; most sustained minor injuries, though at least one person was reported in serious condition. The number of people struck varies between reports, with some sources stating at least four and others at least seven. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.