PHILADELPHIA — Authorities report that three pedestrians were struck and injured by a vehicle during a celebration following the Philadelphia Eagles’ playoff victory. The incident took place on Sunday night when a driver was taken into custody, with police indicating that there is no immediate evidence to suggest that the collision was deliberate.
According to the latest updates from the Philadelphia Police Department, the injured individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the bustling Center City area, a popular gathering spot for celebrations, following the NFC Championship game held at Lincoln Financial Field.
The Eagles triumphed in their game against the Washington Commanders, achieving an impressive score of 55-23. This victory leads them to face off against the Kansas City Chiefs, the two-time reigning Super Bowl champions, in the upcoming Super Bowl scheduled to take place in New Orleans on February 9.
It was clarified in the coverage of the incident that the crash happened near Center City, rather than in the vicinity of the stadium, providing accurate context to the situation.
