MAPLETON – Five people were sent to hospital, two of them seriously injured, after a van crashed into a horse and buggy here on Thursday morning.
Wellington County OPP officials say emergency crews responded to the scene, on the 8th Line in Mapleton Township, at about 8:15 am on May 4.
“The driver of the buggy and two youths were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries,” police stated in a press release sent over five hours after the crash.
“Two other youths were airlifted to a trauma centre with serious injuries”
Police added the driver of the van was not hurt, but, “Sadly both horses had to be put down as a result of their injuries.”
Anyone with information about this incident can contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips.
Tip providers may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.
