Lapu-Lapu Day festival victim files proposed class-action lawsuit

John Lind, a victim injured during the alleged attack at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival in Vancouver, has filed a notice of civil claim seeking to certify a class-action lawsuit. The suit names the City of Vancouver, the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCHA), and Kai-Ji Adam Lo, the accused driver, alleging negligence in planning the festival and assessing the danger posed by Lo. The claim asserts that the city and health authority should have foreseen the possibility of unlawful entry and recognized Lo as a potential threat due to his history of mental health issues and interactions with law enforcement.

Specifically, the lawsuit alleges the City of Vancouver incorrectly categorized the festival’s complexity, leading to insufficient security measures – namely, the absence of robust vehicle barriers – despite a permit application indicating a 'high' complexity level and anticipated large attendance. It also questions the VCHA’s decision to allow Lo extended leave from a mental health facility despite a documented deterioration in his mental state and increasing delusions.

Lind sustained serious injuries, including multiple fractures and PTSD, and is seeking compensation for healthcare costs, damages, and punitive damages. The claims have not been proven in court, and the class-action status is still pending certification. A judge has already determined Lo is fit to stand trial.

(Source：CBC)