Waukesha (US), Nov 22 (AP) Five people died and more than 40 people were injured when an SUV sped through a barricade and into a Christmas parade in suburban Milwaukee.

Waukesha authorities confirmed the deaths in a statement late Sunday. Police said the numbers could change as many people transported themselves to hospitals.

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No names or ages of the dead were immediately released.

A person of interest was in custody but no details have been given on a possible motive. (AP)

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