Teen girl and 5-year-old brother die after tragic three-car crash on South Australia's Riddoch Highway.
Teen
Girl Dies in Hospital After Devastating Riddoch Highway Crash That Also Claimed
Her Young Brother’s Life
Nangwarry,
South Australia – In a heartbreaking incident, a
15-year-old girl has died after succumbing to injuries sustained in a multi-car
collision on South Australia's Riddoch Highway. This tragic accident also took
the life of her 5-year-old brother, Isaac. The crash, which took place on
Sunday afternoon, has shaken the local community.
The
family was traveling in a Toyota station wagon along the Riddoch Highway near
the town of Nangwarry when a black Holden sedan collided with an emu on the
road. This unexpected incident led to the Toyota braking abruptly, causing a
white Nissan ute to crash into its rear.
Emergency
services responded swiftly, attending to the Eykelenburg family at the scene.
Despite their efforts, young Isaac was pronounced dead on-site. His sister,
critically injured, was airlifted to an Adelaide hospital but tragically passed
away due to her injuries. Their parents and two other siblings also sustained
injuries and were taken to the hospital for further care.
Authorities
have begun a formal investigation into the crash. Road safety has become a
renewed topic of concern, as officials urge drivers to remain vigilant on rural
roads where animal collisions are a known risk. This tragic incident stands as
a sobering reminder of the dangers that can arise unexpectedly.
Friends
and family members of the Eykelenburg family have expressed their sorrow and
disbelief. Community members are rallying to support them, with several local
organizations arranging aid for the grieving family.
Police
are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the accident to come forward as
investigations continue.
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