Vancouver Festival Attack Suspect Ruled Fit for Trial

Adam Kai-Ji Lo, the suspect in the April 26, 2025, Lapu Lapu Day vehicular attack in Vancouver that killed 11 people and injured more than 30, has been ruled mentally fit to stand trial by a B.C. Provincial Court judge. Lo faces 11 counts of second-degree murder and 31 additional counts of attempted murder related to the incident, where an SUV drove into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival. The judge's decision followed testimony from two forensic psychiatrists, though the details of their findings remain sealed under a publication ban, which is currently being challenged by a media consortium seeking greater transparency. Lo appeared in court via video link, visibly distressed during the proceedings. The attack has prompted Vancouver to reassess public event safety and mental health protocols, and the community continues to grieve and seek healing as the legal process moves forward. The case remains a pivotal moment for the city and the Filipino community, highlighting the ongoing impact of the tragedy beyond the courtroom.