Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. “Grieving father wrong-way crash”
2. “Tragic family accident aftermath”
The tragic story of a three-month-old boy and his grandparents who died in a wrong-way highway crash in Toronto has left the father, Gokulnath Manivannan, devastated. The loss of his son, Aditya Vivaan, and his parents, who had just arrived from India to visit their grandson, has left him in unbearable grief. The crash, involving a van being chased by police on Highway 401, has raised questions about the pursuit decision. Manivannan and his wife are struggling to cope with the loss of their son, with the aftermath leaving a deep impact on their lives. The family has requested privacy as they mourn their loved ones.
Toronto Father Mourns Loss of Son and Parents in Tragic Highway Crash
Heartbreak and devastation struck a Toronto family last week when a three-month-old boy, Aditya Vivaan, and his grandparents were killed in a wrong-way highway crash on Highway 401. Gokulnath Manivannan, the father of Aditya, is grappling with unimaginable grief as he copes with the loss of his son and his parents, Manivannan Srinivasapillai and Mahalakshmi Ananthakrishnan.
A Family Visitation Gone Tragically Wrong
The tragic incident occurred when the grandparents, who had recently arrived in Canada from India to visit their grandson, were traveling with Aditya and his parents. The collision with a van being pursued by police has left the family shattered beyond words.
A Family Torn Apart
Manivannan, who resides in Ajax, Ont., shared that his father, a 60-year-old retiree, was eagerly looking forward to spending quality time with his grandchild. His mother, a 55-year-old woman, had been planning a visit solely focused on creating memories with her new grandchild. The family home, filled with toys and reminders of Aditya, remains untouched as the grieving parents struggle to come to terms with their loss.
Questions on Police Pursuit
The fatal crash has raised concerns about the police decision to chase a suspect van into oncoming traffic on one of Canada’s busiest highways. The pursuit, stemming from an alleged liquor store robbery in Clarington, Ont., resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives.
Recovery and Farewells
As the family navigates the aftermath of the crash, Manivannan’s wife, Ashwitha Jawahar, is dealing with physical and emotional trauma from the incident. The grieving family is preparing to bid farewell to their loved ones, with cremation services planned for the grandparents and a visitation for Aditya.
A Call for Privacy
In a statement, Manivannan expressed gratitude for the support from the community and requested privacy as the family grieves and heals from the profound loss they have endured.
The tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the fragility of life and the impact of reckless actions. As the family mourns their loved ones, they seek solace in the memories they shared with Aditya and his grandparents.
May their souls rest in peace.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published on May 5, 2024.
Nicole Thompson, The Canadian Press