The Philadelphia Police Dept. says the driver of the car, Rebekah DeShields, has been arrested and is now facing multiple charges related to the crash … including aggravated assault, driving without a license, simple assault and reckless driving.
Cops also added eight people in total were injured during the incident — with some sustaining fractures.
What should’ve been a celebratory night for Philadelphians turned dark when a car struck pedestrians leaving the Eagles playoff game … injuring several people.
Check out videos that shows the moment of impact between the car and pedestrians near Philly’s Center City neighborhood Sunday night. As you can see, the vehicle barrels into a bunch of people who go flying everywhere.
The incident occurred around 9:30 PM … not long after the Eagles defeated the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field for the NFC Championship title — and a spot in the Super Bowl.
According to the Philadelphia Police Department, the driver is currently in custody … though, they believe the crash was unintentional.
As for the 3 pedestrians injured in the incident, police confirmed they suffered non-life-threatening injuries … a positive update in a scenario that could’ve been much worse.
Still, it’s safe to assume all of Philadelphia was celebrating Sunday night, given the city’s NFL team is once again set to face off against the Kansas City Chiefs at the Super Bowl — who previously beat The Birds at Super Bowl LVII.
The Eagles will get their chance at a rematch at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans on February 9.
Fly, eagles fly … but maybe take a pass on driving.
