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Train Vs Pedestrian in Fremont: Mother and Daughter killed, 5-year-old girl found dead in Sandusky River
FREMONT, OH — The body of a 5-year-old girl who went missing after a tragic train accident on Sunday evening was recovered Monday near the Sandusky River, authorities confirmed.
The accident occurred near the Miles Newton Bridge in Fremont, where a family from Fort Wayne, Indiana was walking on a railway bridge during a fishing trip.
A freight train struck the group, killing 34-year-old O Ny Zar, believed to be the mother, and 50-year-old Ram Masan, believed to be the grandmother.
The 5-year-old, identified as Intisar Mi, was found dead Monday.
Her 14-month-old sister, Arti Kar, remains in critical condition after being rescued and revived by a good Samaritan who performed CPR.
The family, visiting from Indiana, spoke limited English, which posed challenges for officials trying to notify relatives.
Authorities emphasized the bridge is marked with “no trespassing” signs and urged the public to stay clear of train tracks.
Search and rescue efforts involved multiple agencies and continued through the night into Monday, ultimately leading to the recovery of the child’s body with the aid of sonar technology.
The National Transportation Safety Board is now investigating the incident.
UPDATE: Officials confirmed there was no active threat and said the earlier reports of a shooting were linked to a scheduled training exercise.
PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA — Authorities responded to reports of an active shooter situation at Air Force Plant 42, a high-security aerospace facility, prompting a full lockdown of the site.
According to emergency dispatch logs and scanner traffic, the first reports of possible gunfire were received at approximately 1:20 p.m. EST.
Security forces from the base, along with Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies and federal agents, immediately converged on the area to secure the perimeter and assess the situation.
Two individuals were reported wounded. Both were treated at the scene by emergency medical personnel before being transported to nearby hospitals. Their conditions have not yet been disclosed, though no fatalities have been confirmed.
The facility remains under full lockdown, with all personnel instructed to shelter in place as law enforcement continues a systematic search of the premises.
Air Force Plant 42 spans more than 5,800 acres in Palmdale and serves as a critical hub for the U.S. aerospace and defense industry.
The installation supports operations involving B-2 Spirit bombers, B-21 Raider stealth aircraft, RQ-4 Global Hawks, and other classified aviation programs.
The site is home to major defense contractors including Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing, employing more than 8,500 personnel daily across multiple secure facilities.
As of this update, officials have not confirmed whether a suspect has been detained or if the gunfire originated on or near the base property.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) are jointly handling the investigation.
Residents and nearby businesses have been advised to avoid the area until the lockdown is lifted and further notice is provided.
Authorities are expected to release additional information as the situation develops.