2 Dead, 9 Injured after Truck crashes into Pedestrians in Canada
A 38-year-old man has been arrested in the matter
OTTAWA: A painful road accident took place in Canada on Monday. Two people killed and 9 people were injured in a collision with a truck here. A 38-year-old man has been arrested, Quebec police spokeswoman said. Police is investigating in the matter.
Police said, "It is clear from the investigation that this is not an ordinary incident. However, there is no need for the people of the area to panic now. The suspect has been arrested." The incident took place in Amki town. The condition of injured is critical.
Witnesses told local media that a truck hit several people on the sidewalk, then continued for 400 to 500 meters along the side of the road, hitting pedestrians. If this was a normal incident, the driver would have applied the brakes immediately after hitting the first person but it is an unusual happening. Further probe in the matter is underway.