2nd LD: Van plows into pedestrians in Toronto, at least 7 injured

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TORONTO, April 23 (Xinhua) -- A white van jumped a curb and plowed into pedestrians in Toronto's northern suburbs on Monday, injuring at least seven people before the driver was taken into custody.

Police initially said on Twitter that "possible 8-10 pedestrians" were struck by the vehicle at a major intersection of the city, where the Group of Seven foreign ministers were gathering for a two-day meeting.

The Toronto police later tweeted that "Too early to confirm the number of pedestrians struck or their injuries."

At least seven people were rushed to nearby Sunnybrook Health Services Centre's trauma center, the hospital said on Twitter, adding that the emergency department has been locked down as an added precaution.

According to local media, at least two people were killed in the incident.

The driver fled briefly but was soon arrested, according to the police.

Police didn't immediately identify the driver, and said it was not clear whether the crash was accidental or the driver had a motive.

In a related development, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has sent an alert, saying that there is no subway service between Sheppard and Finch Stations due to a Toronto Police investigation at Sheppard Station, street level. Enditem

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