A tragic scene unfolded in Richmond Hill on Wednesday afternoon when a vehicle crashed into a daycare, killing an 18-month-old toddler and leaving another child in hospital with serious injuries.
York Regional Police said the crash happened shortly after 3 p.m. at a daycare near Yonge Street and Nottingham Drive, just south of 19th Avenue. Emergency crews rushed multiple children to hospital. One toddler, about 18 months old, was pronounced dead, while another child remains in serious condition.
Five others suffered injuries in the crash. Police confirmed that the driver, a 70-year-old man, was arrested at the scene.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and are expected to release further details as they piece together how the tragedy occurred.
Would you like me to also draft a statement of condolence that could be issued on behalf of community leaders or organizations in response to this heartbreaking incident?