Two killed after van crashes into sports complex in Wichita

On October 18, 2026, a tragic incident occurred at the Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas, when a black van drove into a group of people at a youth soccer venue. Two individuals, a 35-year-old man and a six-year-old boy, were killed, and 11 others, including five children aged between five and nine, sustained injuries and were transported to hospitals.

Police spokesperson Aaron Moses confirmed that the vehicle was driven by a 34-year-old woman, who has been taken into custody. Two minors were also inside the van during the incident. Authorities noted that one of the driver's children was participating in a soccer tournament at the same complex, although at a different field. The suspect is currently cooperating with investigators, and local law enforcement is continuing to examine the scene to determine whether the crash was intentional or the result of a loss of vehicle control.

No further details regarding the cause of the collision have been released as the investigation remains ongoing.