Yesterday, there was just a terrible crash between a double decker OC Transpo Bus and a Via Rail Train at Fallowfield Station in Ottawa, ON.
Dozens were injured. 6 were left dead. The majority of the injured were on the bus. But the psychological impact will likely be felt by all, including the friends/family of the injured and deceased, along with the community for years to come. The injured were taken to various hospitals around Ottawa. 10 are reported to have critical injuries.
The names of the 6 deceased have been released. Having the names of those who departed certainly humanizes the story. They are:
- Connor Boyd, 21
- Rob More, 35
- Kyle Nash, 21
- David Woodard, 45 (the bus driver and a 10 year veteran of OC Transpo)
- Karen Krzyzewski, 53
- Michael Bleakney, 57
All of the victims were on the bus. 5 were pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
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