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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.
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Train Derails in Ferguson Involving Vehicles, Hazmat Team Called Over Ethyl Alcohol Rail Car
FERGUSON, Mo. — A train derailment involving vehicles prompted an emergency response in Ferguson on Ferguson Avenue, where authorities requested a hazardous materials team after determining that one of the train cars contained ethyl alcohol.
Emergency units were dispatched to 617 Ferguson Avenue after reports of the rail incident. Responders found a train that had derailed with vehicles involved.
Officials confirmed there was no reported entrapment. Crews were checking the scene for injuries and evaluating those involved in the incident.
A Hazmat response was requested because one rail car involved in the derailment was carrying ethyl alcohol. Emergency crews were assessing the rail car for any potential leak or hazardous condition and working to secure the area.
The presence of ethyl alcohol prompted additional safety precautions while responders examined the derailed train and surrounding vehicles.
At this time, authorities have not released details about possible injuries, the cause of the derailment or the extent of damage.
The investigation and emergency response remain ongoing in Ferguson, and officials are expected to provide additional information once the scene has been fully assessed.