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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.
SURF CITY, N.C. — Emergency crews are battling a large multi-structure fire in Surf City that has already destroyed at least three homes and a large boat, according to reports from the scene and emergency radio traffic.
The blaze reportedly began near 5th Street, directly across from The Trailer Bar, and quickly spread to multiple nearby residences and a docked vessel.
Witnesses described seeing towering flames and heavy smoke visible from several blocks away as firefighters worked to contain the rapidly expanding fire.
Scanner reports indicate that multiple fire departments and emergency agencies from surrounding areas have been dispatched to assist Surf City Fire and Rescue in controlling the blaze and preventing it from spreading further.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the fire or whether there are any injuries.
Residents in the area were urged to avoid 5th Street and surrounding roads to allow emergency personnel full access to the scene.
This is a developing story, and additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available from Surf City officials and emergency services.