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CTV News
9 hours ago
- Health
- CTV News
Online fundraiser created for family of 4-year-old boy killed by bus in Horseshoe Bay
A four-year-old boy who was killed in a bus crash is shown in this photo with his mother, who was critically injured. (Image credit: gofundme/support-for-clineus-family) A GoFundMe has been launched for the family of a four-year-old boy who was killed when an articulated transit bus jumped the curb outside the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal on Wednesday. The little boy, identified as Leonardo in the online fundraiser, died at the scene. His mother, identified as Silvana, was taken to hospital in critical condition. The fundraiser says the family moved to Canada from Brazil years ago and are now Canadian citizens. It says Silvana and her husband Clineu struggled to have a child, and when they welcomed Leonardo in late 2020, they called him their 'one per cent miracle baby.' Family Image credit: gofundme/support-for-clineus-family It goes on to say: 'Silvana wanted nothing more in life than to be a mother, and she was an incredible one. She and Leo were inseparable. On that beautiful Wednesday she wanted to adventure with Leonardo to Bowen Island for the day, as they loved to travel and see new things. They had a wonderful day, sharing pictures with Clineu throughout.' Leonardo Image credit: gofundme/support-for-clineus-family The fundraiser says the family is now faced with the difficult decision of whether to bring Leonardo's body back to Brazil for burial if his mother is well enough to travel, or have their extended family fly here to say goodbye to the little boy. It says donations will be used for funeral expenses and care for Silvana as she recovers from serious injuries and mental trauma. 'Silvana's path ahead is long and uncertain. Beyond the physical trauma, there will be the overwhelming emotional toll of losing her only child,' the GoFundMe reads. 'Her care and rehabilitation will require extensive, specialized support as she works to regain both her physical ability and her sense of purpose.' Silvana and Leonardo Image credit: gofundme/support-for-clineus-family Police say the bus involved in the collision was seized for mechanical inspection and speed is not believed to be a factor. Officers have spoken to the driver, but no other information has been released.
CBC
3 days ago
- General
- CBC
4-year-old dead, 2 women injured in bus crash near West Van ferry terminal: police
A young child has died and two women are in hospital, after they were hit by a bus near the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal in West Vancouver on Wednesday. Johna Baylon has the latest.
National Post
3 days ago
- General
- National Post
Four-year-old boy dead, his mom in critical condition after being pinned beneath bus in West Vancouver
Article content A four-year-old boy was killed and two women were hospitalized after being struck by a TransLink bus in front of the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal on Wednesday afternoon. Article content Article content West Vancouver police said they were called around 3:30 p.m. to the intersection of Keith Road and Bay Street, where pedestrians were reported to be pinned under a bus. When police arrived, firefighters and paramedics were 'engaged in life-saving efforts for three individuals,' police said in a news release. Article content Article content 'Despite these efforts, a four-year-old boy was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene,' the statement said. Article content Article content 'His mother was transported to Lions Gate Hospital in critical condition. A second woman, believed to be a family friend, was taken to the same hospital and is currently in stable condition.' Article content The driver of the bus, identified as a TransLink employee, is co-operating fully with investigators and is being interviewed by police, authorities said. Article content The bus has been seized for mechanical inspection. Speed was not believed to be a contributing factor, police said. Photos from the scene shared on social media show the bus had jumped the curb. Article content B.C. Ambulance Service spokesperson Brian Twaites said four ambulances were dispatched, including advanced care paramedics, plus a supervisor and an area director. Article content 'Paramedics provided emergency medical treatment to two patients,' Twaites said. 'One patient was transported to hospital in critical condition. The other patient was transported to hospital in stable condition.' Article content In an online statement, the B.C. Ferry & Marine Workers' Union said: 'We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss near the Horseshoe Bay terminal today. Our members are trained to respond in emergencies, and we are grateful and proud of the assistance they offered. We know this tragedy deeply affected every member at the terminal. Article content 'We also acknowledge the broader transit community, including TransLink workers, who will be feeling the weight of this event. Our hearts go out to the community and to everyone touched by this heartbreaking tragedy.' Article content TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn said his thoughts were with the victims, families and everyone impacted by the 'devastating' event. Article content Article content A Tragic Incident in Horseshoe Bay has left one Child Deceased and Two Women in Hospital File: 25-5042 Date: 28 May, 2025 West Vancouver, B.C. – West Vancouver Police are investigating an incident involving a Translink bus near the Horseshoe Bay Ferry terminal that left one… — West Vancouver Police Department (@WestVanPolice) May 29, 2025 Article content Article content Article content Article content
CTV News
4 days ago
- General
- CTV News
4-year-old killed in bus crash
A four-year-old boy has died and his mother is in critical condition following a serious crash involving a TransLink bus in Horseshoe Bay.
Globe and Mail
4 days ago
- General
- Globe and Mail
Boy dead, mother in critical condition after being pinned under bus at B.C. ferry terminal
Police say a four-year-old boy is dead and his mother is in critical condition after they were pinned under a bus in West Vancouver, B.C. West Vancouver Police say a second woman, believed to be a family friend, is in a stable condition after the Wednesday afternoon tragedy at the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal. Police say the boy was pronounced dead at the scene and his mother and her friend were transported to Lions Gate Hospital. TransLink confirms one of its buses and a driver were involved in the incident and says it's supporting the West Vancouver Police Department, which is leading the investigation. Police say the driver is co-operating fully with investigators and is being interviewed by police. They say the bus has been seized for mechanical inspection. 'While the investigation is still in its early stages, preliminary findings suggest that speed was not a contributing factor,' police said in a statement. 'The West Vancouver Police Department is working in collaboration with the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service and the Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement branch to determine the full circumstances surrounding this tragic event.' Police say a criminal offence has not been ruled out. The public is being asked to avoid the area. RCMP Cpl. Dave Noon said a nearby intersection would remain closed for several hours as police investigate. Police are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam or other video footage from Keith Road and Bay Street around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday to come forward. They said investigators would only release confirmed information 'in a manner that respects the privacy and well-being of the victims and their families and preserves the integrity of the investigative process.' 'This is a life-altering and heartbreaking incident that has profoundly impacted the victims, their families, witnesses, and the broader community as a whole,' the police statement said. 'We encourage anyone who is struggling after witnessing this event to reach out.' TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn issued a statement, saying they are heartbroken by this tragic incident. 'Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and everyone affected by this devastating event. We also want to acknowledge the impact this may have on those who witnessed what happened.' Quinn added that they are supporting the West Vancouver Police Department in the investigation. The BC Ferry and Marine Workers Union said in a statement that it was 'grateful and proud' of assistance offered at the scene by its members, who were trained to help in emergencies. 'We know this tragedy deeply affected every member at the terminal,' the union said. West Vancouver's mayor and council issued a statement on social media saying, 'our thoughts are with all those impacted and we are grateful for those helping at this difficult time.'
