A child was airlifted to the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) following a serious crash in rural south Ottawa on Friday morning.
Incident Details
Emergency crews responded to the scene of the collision in the area of Rideau Road and Stagecoach Road, just south of the city, around 8 a.m. The child was transported via ORNGE air ambulance with serious injuries, according to paramedics.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation by Ottawa police. No further details about the child's condition or the vehicles involved have been released at this time.
Response and Aftermath
Firefighters and paramedics were among the first on scene, providing immediate medical care before the airlift. The road was closed for several hours as investigators worked to determine the cause of the collision.
This incident serves as a reminder of the critical role air ambulance services play in rural areas, where access to specialized trauma care may be limited.
