Manitoba police have released more information about last week's tragic mass fatal crash. The accident occurred shortly before noon on June 15 at the intersection of Highway 1 and Highway 5 near Carberry, Manitoba. According to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the semi-truck was traveling eastbound on Highway 1 while a bus carrying seniors was traveling southbound on Highway 5. The bus had already crossed the westbound lane of Highway 1 and was crossing the eastbound lane when the semi-truck crashed into it. The collision killed 15 people and left 10 others hospitalized with injuries.
The RCMP investigated the incident and issued a statement saying that surveillance footage from the semi-truck showed that the truck had the right of way. However, the RCMP has not released the surveillance footage to the community. The investigation is still ongoing, and the RCMP has not yet released any additional information about the incident.
The tragic incident left the community in mourning, with many expressing condolences to the families of the victims. The accident has also raised concerns about the safety of the intersection and the need for better traffic regulations and safety measures. The Manitoba government has said it will inspect the intersection to determine if any changes are needed to improve safety and prevent similar accidents in the future.
Meanwhile, the families of the victims are still coming to terms with the loss of their loved ones. The incident sparked a firestorm of public support, with many expressing their condolences and support for those affected by the tragedy. The RCMP also expressed their condolences to the families of the victims and pledged to continue investigating the cause of the accident. While the investigation continues, the community is coming together to support each other and remember those who lost their lives in this tragic accident.
After the tragedy, voices of support rang out across Canada, with people coming together to offer sympathy and support to those injured in the accident. This incident once again highlighted the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to always exercise caution and obey the rules of the road.
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