Tragedy on Highway 401: Four Dead, Including Infant, Grandparents
Deadly Crash Shuts Down Major Highway
Ontario's Police Watchdog Investigating
A horrific crash on Highway 401 in Milton, Ontario, has claimed the lives of four people, including an infant and their grandparents. The incident occurred on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at approximately 11:15 PM EST.
According to preliminary reports, the westbound lanes of Highway 401 were closed as emergency crews responded to the scene. The crash involved multiple vehicles and resulted in a fire that shut down the highway in both directions. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Ontario's police watchdog have launched an investigation into the tragedy.
The victims have been identified as two grandparents, their infant grandchild, and another adult male. Witnesses reported seeing a vehicle traveling in the wrong direction on the highway, which may have contributed to the crash. The circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation, and further details are expected to be released as they become available.
The OPP has extended its condolences to the families of the victims and is urging the public to avoid speculating about the cause of the crash. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes or expect delays if they need to travel along Highway 401 in the Milton area.
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