Owyn McInnis, Thompson Rivers University Athlete, Dies in Kamloops Crash

Accident – Death – Obituary News : TRU Athlete Identified as Victim in Kamloops Crash

KAMLOOPS – The victim of a tragic crash that occurred in Kamloops has been identified as Owyn McInnis, a talented athlete from Thompson Rivers University (TRU). McInnis, a fourth-year outside hitter from Guelph, Ontario, was a member of the TRU men’s volleyball team. Sadly, he lost his life in a multi-vehicle accident on Wednesday, November 29. The news of his passing has sent shockwaves through the TRU community and the wider volleyball community.

The crash involved six vehicles and resulted in injuries to 11 people. Seven of the injured individuals were rushed to Royal Inland Hospital, including two of McInnis’s teammates who sustained critical injuries. The entire TRU men’s volleyball team and their families have been left devastated by the incident.

Erin Walter, McInnis’s mother, confirmed her son’s tragic death in a heartfelt Instagram post on Friday afternoon. However, she did not provide further details about the circumstances of the crash. Walter did mention that there is an ongoing criminal investigation, indicating that there may have been some foul play involved. The Kamloops community is now anxiously waiting for updates from the authorities regarding the investigation.

In the meantime, support has poured in for McInnis’s family and teammates. The TRU men’s volleyball team announced that they will establish the Owyn McInnis Memorial Men’s Volleyball Athletic Award in honor of their fallen teammate. Generous donors have already contributed $20,000 towards the award, demonstrating the impact McInnis had on his teammates and the wider community.

The devastating loss of McInnis has left a void in the TRU men’s volleyball team. In a released statement, the team expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of love and support they have received during this difficult time. They also mentioned that the support has provided some solace amidst the heartache.

The tragic incident occurred on the weekend that McInnis’s family was in Kamloops to watch him play. It is a cruel irony that they came to support their son’s athletic endeavors only to experience the unimaginable loss of their beloved Owyn.

As the Kamloops community mourns the loss of a promising young athlete, it is a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and the community eagerly awaits answers that may provide closure and justice for all those affected.

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