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CBC
2 hours ago
- Health
- CBC
St. Thomas woman killed during Irish vacation remembered fondly by family, friends
A St. Thomas woman who died while vacationing in Ireland is being remembered by her family as someone who loved life, exercise, and taking care of her family and strangers alike. Helen Valks, 73, was cycling across Ireland with her husband, riding along a picturesque rural road when her bicycle collided with a tractor. In the aftermath, her family — while reeling from the loss — is reflecting on the many decades of joy they say she brought to them. "Obviously we're still finding our way through the fog. It was such a tremendous shock, but compared to the last week we're all doing much better," said Jeff Valks, Helen's son. Ireland's National Police and Security Services said they're investigating the collision that killed Helen, appealing for witnesses and disclosing that a tractor and her bicycle collided on May 24 at around 12:45 p.m. local time, or 7:45 a.m., eastern time. According to Jeff, he and his sister Rachel Oostdyk knew something was wrong when they received phone alerts saying their mother had a hard fall. The alert came in at 7:41 a.m., and 12 hours later, he said, he was boarding a plane to Ireland. What followed was a flurry of travel, contact with police, heartbreak, and heartwarming displays of Irish hospitality, Jeff said. Police allowed the siblings to walk the same stretch of road where his mother died, an experience he said let him walk in his mother's shoes, and understand what she may have experienced on that road. The experience also brought unexpected moments of joy, mixed with grief, Jeff said. Hotel staff ensured his father was cared for. Strangers cried with his family and offered their hospitality, and airport staff even called the family a private shuttle after learning their reasons for visiting Ireland. According to Rachel, the experience was both difficult and beautiful. "Nothing prepares you for that moment when you find out your mom is gone, but we were so blessed by the kindness of people, and we can learn so much from what we experienced." Part of the beauty that shone through the situation, is how closely the treatment Irish locals showed to the family resembled how Helen lived her life, Rachel added. A breast cancer survivor, nurse, yoga instructor and avid cyclist, Helen touched and inspired countless people, she said. "A lot of people have a tendency, when someone is in pain or suffering, to pull away. But she would dive in. That's what set her apart," Rachel said. "That's what made her so successful as a nurse, mother, grandmother, yoga instructor and friend. Her ability to do what others couldn't." As a child, Jeff recalls being stopped in grocery stores by people whose parents Helen had cared for in the ICU, and they "spoke so highly of her," he said. Friend and former colleague Kelly Wells said the impact Helen had on her patients was certainly a reflection of the kind of person she was. "I think the reason that people stopped her kids in stores was because she got so involved in, not just looking after the patient, but the family. She looked after the whole situation," Wells said. "We're just going to miss her like crazy. She was one-of-a-kind." Helen will be remembered fondly in the days to come, with a visitation scheduled for June 5 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Sifton Funeral Home in St. Thomas. A funeral mass is scheduled for June 6, at 1 p.m., at Holy Angels' Church in St. Thomas. On June 8, a yoga event is planned to celebrate Helen at Pinafore Park at 9:30 a.m, Rachel said, adding that through losing her mother she learned a lesson. "In a moment life can change. Don't get caught up in a moment and miss an opportunity to be with those you love," she said. "Call your mother, linger in that embrace, reorganize your plans, and make it work."
BBC News
21 hours ago
- Health
- BBC News
Police appeal after woman found injured in Leicester road
Police in Leicester are appealing for witnesses after a woman was found injured in a busy were called to Corporation Road at about 14:55 BST on Sunday, where they found the woman - who is in her 30s - at the scene.A Leicestershire Police spokesman said the woman "was riding a pedal bike, but this was not at the scene when police arrived".She was taken to hospital, where she is currently in a critical condition. "It is not clear at the moment what has happened in the moments leading up to the woman sustaining her injuries and extensive enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances," police said in a statement.
CBS News
21-05-2025
- CBS News
New video shows man found injured after suspected hit-and-run in Pompano Beach
The Broward Sheriff's Office has released new surveillance footage as detectives investigate a possible hit-and-run that left a 69-year-old man injured on a Pompano Beach roadside las week. On May 14, deputies responded around 3 p.m. to the 3000 block of North Dixie Highway, where they found the man lying on the side of the road with his bicycle next to him. He was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. On May 14, deputies responded around 3 p.m. to the 3000 block of North Dixie Highway, where they found the man lying on the side of the road with his bicycle next to him. He was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. BSO According to investigators, the man had been riding his bicycle northbound on Dixie Highway when he was discovered unresponsive and hurt. Authorities say the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, but they suspect it may have involved a hit-and-run. Surveillance video shows a person riding an electric scooter southbound in the area around the time of the incident. Detectives believe that individual may have witnessed what happened and are asking them—or anyone with information—to come forward. Tips can be submitted to BSO Violent Crimes Detective Brittany Armstrong at 954-321-4242 or through the SaferWatch app.
The Sun
18-05-2025
- The Sun
WWE star Maxx Justice dead: Wrestler killed after being hit by vehicle cycling home from work
WWE STAR Max Justice has been tragically killed after being hit by a vehicle while he cycled home from work. Mike Raybeck, 63, known to wrestling fans as Maxx Justin and Mike Diamond, has died following a bicycle accident in Hayward, California. The former wrestler was hit by a vehicle while cycling from work near Chabot College. The All-Pro wrestling promotion confirmed the news in a post on X. They said: "All Pro Wrestling is saddened to learn about the passing of APW Original, Mike Raybeck, professionally known as Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond. "His life was cut short following a bicycle accident where he was struck by a vehicle near Chabot College last Friday. "Our most sincere condolences go out to the family, friends and fans of Maxx Justice!" Mike started his career at All Pro Wrestling's Boot Camp, where he became a five-time APW Universal Champion. 1
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
‘I don't know how you can do that to somebody': Newport News hit-and-run survivor shares story
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Nelson Viera-Green had recently taken up bike riding as a way to get in shape and had been riding for several miles earlier this month when he was struck by a car on a Newport News road, leaving the Rivers Casino poker dealer with broken bones and constant headaches as he recovers from the trauma. According to police, on May 8 at 9:35 p.m., officers were called to an auto-pedestrian accident on Harpersville Road near Ferguson Lane, and when they arrived, they found an adult man who had been riding a bicycle, later identified as Viera-Green, who appeared to have been hit by a passing vehicle. The driver of the car involved did not stay at the scene. 'They hit somebody, and they just kept going,' Viera-Green said. 'I don't know how you can do that to somebody.' Viera-Green said he doesn't remember anything about the crash. The next thing he was able to remember was waking up in the hospital — scared and in pain. 'I had broken bones all in my hand, broken leg, concussion,' Viera-Green said. 'A lot of memory loss, concussion, headaches. I've been having nothing but constant headaches.' Viera-Green is a well-loved poker dealer at Rivers Casino Portsmouth. When his coworkers heard about the situation, 'I didn't expect anything like that. I'm grateful to all those people, because they've given me courage and strength to kind of move forward,' Viera-Green said. Newport News Police told 10 On Your Side that the case is still open and that there is no suspect information available at this time. Viera-Green is hoping the person who did this is caught. 'I'm going to pray to God and just have faith that he's going to guide me in the right direction,' said Viera-Green, who is now unable to work while he recovers, and his health insurance through work doesn't begin until July. He's unsure of what to do next and hopes by sharing his story, he can get guidance. 'If anyone has any kind of advice [that] can reach out to me when it comes to my situation that would be super helpful,' Viera-Green said. Viera-Green asks anyone who can give him advice to email him at . Anyone with information about the hit-and-run is encouraged to contact Crime Line using or by calling 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
