Car Collides with Food Truck in Guadeloupe, Injuring 19 Pedestrians Including Children

On the evening of December 5, 2025, a car crashed into a parked food truck in the tourist town of Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe, resulting in injuries to 19 pedestrians, including seven children. The accident occurred around 7:45 PM local time as the group was purchasing food near a Christmas illumination event, approximately 20 meters from the decorated area.

According to Jean-François Moniotte, sub-prefect of Pointe-à-Pitre, three of the victims, including a 10-year-old boy, were reported to be in critical condition. The 45-year-old driver tested positive for alcohol and cannabis and was subsequently taken into police custody. A source close to the case revealed that the driver had to be "exfiltrated" from the scene after bystanders nearly lynched him.

In response to the emergency, a crisis unit was activated and the NOVI (Numerous Victims) plan was implemented, mobilizing over 40 firefighters, seven emergency vehicles, at least twenty gendarmes, and SAMU medical teams. Additionally, a psychological emergency response unit is scheduled to be deployed in Sainte-Anne to provide support to victims and witnesses.

This collision, occurring in a busy area amid a festive moment, highlights serious concerns over public safety and the consequences of impaired driving. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident as medical teams work to stabilize the injured.

"Three individuals, including a child, are in critical condition," said Jean-François Moniotte, emphasizing the gravity of the injuries suffered. The coordinated response demonstrates a focused effort to manage the mass casualty event and assist those affected.

The driver’s intoxication with both alcohol and cannabis points toward possible causes under investigation, raising awareness about the dangers of substance-impaired driving in public zones with pedestrian activity.