In a devastating incident that has left many reeling, at least 15 people lost their lives when a bus carrying elderly passengers collided with a truck at an intersection near Carberry, Canada. The tragedy unfolded just 170 kilometers west of Winnipeg, as the bus was en route to a casino in Carberry.
The news is all the more heartbreaking given that the bus was carrying vulnerable individuals who were simply trying to have a good time. As the details of the accident emerge, it’s clear that this was not just a terrible mistake – but a catastrophic collision that has left an entire community in shock.
Deputy Police Officer Rob Hill, commander of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Manitoba, confirmed the grim toll: “At least 15 individuals were pronounced dead as a result of the collision.” Ten others are receiving medical care at the hospital, fighting for their lives in the aftermath of this horrific incident.
Miraculously, both drivers survived, but the police have not yet disclosed who was responsible for the accident. The images from the scene tell a haunting tale of destruction and devastation – wheelchair seats and walking frames reduced to splintered remnants near the tarpaulins covering the bodies.
As the community begins the long process of mourning and healing, one thing is clear: this senseless tragedy will not soon be forgotten.