A hearing has begun to determine whether the suspect in the Lapu Lapu Day festival attack is fit to stand trial.Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, faces 11 counts of murder after allegedly driving his vehicle through the crowded Filipino street party in Vancouver on April 26.At 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Lo entered courtroom 514 at Vancouver Provincial Court, where lawyers, members of the public, and journalists were gathered. Before proceeding with the hearing, Judge Reginald Harris heard a challenge to the publication ban filed on behalf of Global News and a consortium of other outlets. He ruled that the ban will remain in place, and cover all evidence presented at the fitness hearing, which may run into Thursday.Speaking with reporters outside the courthouse during recess, a spokesperson for Filipino BC said she understood the reason behind the decision, noting that while the public deserves to be kept up to date, the legal process must be respected..REVEALED: Suspect in horrific Vancouver Filipino festival attack was 'on extended leave' from hospital.The Vancouver Police Department previously noted that Lo had a "significant history" of interactions with police and healthcare professionals related to mental health, and confirmed that he had "contact" with police on April 25, one day before the attack.Sgt. Steve Addison noted, however, that the interaction "was not criminal in nature," and "did not rise to the level where mental health intervention was required.".Eleven people were killed and dozens were injured as a result of the attack. Of the latter group, many are still recovering in hospital..Victims of horrific Vancouver Filipino festival attack identified, fundraisers launched.A number of fundraisers have been launched to help the families of those impacted. Nearly $2 million has been raised.
