Ontario collision leaves 5 children dead: OPP

A tragic two-vehicle collision in Mapleton Township, Ontario, resulted in the deaths of five children and left several others, including adults and an infant, seriously injured. The Ontario Provincial Police are investigating the incident, which involved a van and an SUV.
Why it matters
This is a significant local tragedy that has prompted public condolences from high-level government officials and highlights road safety risks.
Ontario Provincial Police say five children have died and several other people were seriously injured following a two-vehicle collision in Wellington County on Friday evening.
The report relies on official police statements and public records without injecting bias.
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