Two grandparents and their infant grandchild were tragically killed on a highway east of Toronto after a van being chased by police crashed while going the wrong way, causing a six-vehicle collision. The chase was triggered by an alleged liquor store robbery and resulted in the deaths of the grandparents, aged 55 and 60, and their grandchild. Another person was injured and taken to the hospital. The suspect in the chased van also died in the crash.
Canadian police announced that nine individuals will be charged after $20 million worth of gold was stolen last year from an airport. The investigation is ongoing, and the suspects are facing charges related to the theft of the valuable gold. The investigation into the theft is a significant case that has resulted in charges being brought against multiple individuals involved in the crime.
The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is leading the investigation into the deaths of the grandparents and their grandchild, as well as the suspect in the chased van. The SIU investigates any time a police officer has been involved in a serious injury or death. Police spokeswoman Monica Hudon stated that the investigation is in its early stages and will examine whether the police officers were authorized to continue chasing the suspected van onto the highway. The exact number of victims in the crash is still being confirmed.
The tragic incident on the highway east of Toronto has led to the deaths of three individuals, including two grandparents and their infant grandchild. Additional individuals were injured in the six-vehicle collision caused by the van being chased by police. The suspect in the chased van was also killed in the crash. The police’s involvement in the chase will be thoroughly investigated by the SIU to determine if proper procedures were followed during the pursuit.
In a separate case, Canadian police have announced that nine individuals will be charged in connection to the theft of $20 million worth of gold from an airport last year. The investigation into the theft is ongoing, and charges related to the stolen gold will be brought against the suspects. The case highlights the importance of law enforcement efforts in combating significant crimes and holding individuals accountable for their actions in criminal activities.
The deaths of the two grandparents and their grandchild in the highway crash has sparked an investigation by the SIU to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. The police officers involved in the chase will be scrutinized to ensure that proper protocols were followed during the pursuit. The tragic loss of life in this incident serves as a reminder of the risks involved in police pursuits and the importance of conducting thorough investigations to determine accountability and prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.