Two people, including a child, were killed and several others injured when a pickup truck drove onto a soccer field during games at the Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas, on Saturday. The driver, a 34-year-old woman, was released without charges pending toxicology testing as authorities continue their investigation.

The victims who died have been identified as Cole Adrian, 6, and Nicholas Schafer, 35, both from McPherson, Kansas. Cole's father described his son as "the joy and light" of their community and said the family is heartbroken. The Schafer family declined to comment.

According to the Wichita Police Department, the woman had been parked near the soccer fields before her vehicle moved onto the field, striking players and spectators. Two children were in the truck with her at the time, and another child was reportedly playing soccer on a different field within the complex.

The impact injured 10 additional people ranging in age from 5 to 68, including young children, adults, and seniors. Those hurt included a 5-year-old girl and boy, two 8-year-old boys, a 9-year-old girl, a 28-year-old woman, a 32-year-old man, and several older adults between 59 and 68 years old. A separate 61-year-old woman was taken to a hospital for a medical issue unrelated to the crash.

Witnesses at the scene described seeing the black Chevrolet pickup truck drive across the soccer fields, reportedly traveling between 100 to 200 yards before coming to a stop. Many individuals on the sidelines rushed to assist those who were struck, with emergency responders providing aid and CPR. More than 30 witnesses, including the driver and children in the vehicle, have been interviewed during the ongoing probe.

The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office is reviewing all evidence, including mechanical inspections of the vehicle, as investigators seek to determine the circumstances that led to the incident. Authorities have not disclosed whether speed or impairment played a role but have confirmed that toxicology tests are underway.

The Stryker Sports Complex, which hosts numerous sporting events across its 11 fields and an indoor facility, drew families from across Kansas for soccer competitions. Some spectators traveled several hours to the event, making the incident especially devastating to the community. Following the crash, all games at the complex were canceled for the weekend but are scheduled to resume on Monday.

Wichita Mayor Lily Wu expressed sympathy on social media, extending her thoughts and prayers to those affected by the tragedy, emphasizing concern for the children and families involved. The police department has established a portal for those with video evidence of the event to assist with the investigation.