Authorities have not yet determined whether this was an intentional act or an accident. The group of people were waiting outside a migrant reception centre on Sunday.
A witness told AFP that the driver had "insulted" those present before accelerating. The news comes as the authorities prepare for the lifting, Thursday, of a health measure to expel migrants without delay, the "Title 42" Its expiration has authorities fearing a spike in illegal entries into the U.S. The driver was arrested and is being treated because he was injured.