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Van Rams Into Crowd in Barcelona, Dozens Reportedly Injured

by VOA News

   Someone driving a van in downtown Barcelona hopped a curb Thursday and
   crashed into dozens of people, leaving several injured, authorities
   said.

   Police said in a statement on Twitter a "huge collision" has taken
   place in the Las Ramblas tourist district of Barcelona's city center.

   Police have cordoned off the area and emergency services are on scene.

   This story will be updated as more information becomes available.