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Multiple Injuries Reported After Passenger Transport Vehicle Strikes Gate at Dulles International Airport
DULLES, Va. — Several passengers were injured Sunday after a mobile lounge, also known as a “People Mover,” collided with a gate at Washington Dulles International Airport, authorities confirmed.
According to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), the incident occurred as the People Mover was transporting passengers from an arriving flight to Concourse D. While approaching the docking area, the vehicle reportedly struck the building at an angle, resulting in multiple injuries among those onboard.
Emergency medical personnel from MWAA Fire and Rescue responded promptly to the scene and began assessing the injured passengers.
Officials said several individuals were being evaluated for their injuries, though an exact number and the extent of those injuries have not yet been released.
An airport spokesperson stated that despite the incident, overall airport operations remained normal and no significant service disruptions were reported.
The People Mover vehicles, an iconic feature of Dulles International Airport since its early years, are primarily used to transport passengers between terminals, particularly for international arrivals and departures.
Authorities have not yet disclosed what caused the collision, and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is ongoing.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.