No one in the crowd expected the night to twist into horror. Families were arranging decorations, kids were laughing, and volunteers were preparing the final touches for the upcoming Christmas event. Then—without warning—the calm shattered.
Witnesses say they first heard screaming… and then the sound of metal crushing against bodies.
People ran. Others froze. Some believed an explosion had gone off. It wasn’t until seconds later that anyone realized what truly happened.
A vehicle had accelerated directly into the crowd.
As panic spread, emergency responders rushed in. Children, parents, elderly citizens—many were left injured on the ground. By the time authorities secured the area, at least 15 victims were confirmed.
Only later did officials reveal where this nightmare unfolded:
Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe — a French overseas region preparing its holiday celebration.
Investigators are now determining whether this was intentional or a catastrophic accident. But for the victims and families who lived through those terrifying moments, the question haunts them:
Why did this happen at a Christmas event meant to bring the community together?