At least 19 people were injured early Sunday in a crowd stampede at an annual motorcycle festival in Atlantic Beach, South Carolina, authorities said.
The incident at the Black Pearl Cultural Heritage and Bike Festival occurred just after 1 a.m. local time, according to a statement from the Atlantic Beach Police Department. The cause of the stampede is under investigation, but initial reports suggest a fight or disturbance may have triggered the panic.
Emergency responders treated 19 people at the scene, with injuries ranging from minor to serious. Several victims were transported to local hospitals for further treatment. No fatalities have been reported.
The festival, which celebrates African American motorcycle culture, typically draws thousands of visitors to the small coastal town. Organizers have not yet commented on the incident.
