Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Highway 401 wrong-way crash victims
2. Grandparents identified in fatal collision on Highway 401
The Consulate General of India in Toronto has identified the two grandparents who tragically died in a wrong-way highway crash. The Indian nationals, Mr. Manivannan and Mrs. Mahalakshmi, along with their grandchild, lost their lives in the Monday crash on Highway 401. The Ontario police watchdog confirmed that the visiting family from India was involved in a collision with a van being pursued by the police. The driver of the van, a 21-year-old man, and a 38-year-old male passenger were also affected in the crash. This heartbreaking incident has deeply saddened the Indian community in Toronto.
Tragic Highway Crash Claims Lives of Indian Grandparents and Grandchild in Ontario
The Consulate General of India in Toronto has identified the two grandparents who tragically lost their lives earlier this week in a wrong-way highway crash in Ontario, Canada. The heartbreaking incident took place on Highway 401, where Indian nationals Mr. Manivannan and Mrs. Mahalakshmi, along with their three-month-old grandchild, were involved in a fatal collision.
Condolences and Investigations
Expressing their deepest condolences, the Consulate General of India in Toronto took to social media to mourn the loss of the beloved grandparents and their grandchild. The Ontario police watchdog has revealed that the 60-year-old man and 55-year-old woman, who were visiting from India, tragically lost their lives in the crash.
According to the Special Investigations Unit, the grandparents and their grandchild were in a vehicle that was struck by a van while traveling on Highway 401. The tragic crash occurred during a police pursuit of the van, which was believed to be involved in an alleged liquor store robbery in Clarington, Ontario.
Details of the Incident
Reports indicate that the boy’s parents, who reside in Ajax, Ontario, survived the devastating crash. The driver of the van, identified as a 21-year-old man, was also fatally injured in the collision. Additionally, a 38-year-old male passenger in the van sustained serious injuries as a result of the crash.
Durham Region police, the Special Investigations Unit, and the Consulate General of India in Toronto have not yet provided further details regarding the tragic incident. The circumstances surrounding the pursuit and subsequent crash are still under investigation.
Remembering the Victims
As the community mourns the loss of Mr. Manivannan, Mrs. Mahalakshmi, and their grandchild, the Consulate General of India in Toronto continues to offer support and assistance to the grieving family members. The impact of this devastating event has been felt both locally and internationally, highlighting the importance of road safety and responsible driving.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time. May they find strength and solace in the memories of their cherished grandparents and grandchild.
This detailed report by The Canadian Press provides insight into the tragic highway crash that claimed the lives of Indian nationals in Ontario. Stay tuned for updates on the ongoing investigation into this heartbreaking incident.