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Train hits family on Fremont bridge, killing three and critically injuring toddler. Investigation ongoing.

A train struck a family on a bridge in Fremont, Ohio, killing three and critically injuring a toddler.

 

Fremont, Ohio — A tragic accident occurred in Fremont over the weekend when a train struck four pedestrians on a railroad bridge, killing two adults and a child, and critically injuring a toddler. The victims, part of a large family visiting from Indiana, were on a fishing trip when the incident occurred.

 

The deceased have been identified as Ram Masan, 58; O Ny Zar, 38; and Intisar Mi, 5, all from Fort Wayne, Indiana. A 14-month-old child remains in critical condition and has been transferred from a hospital in Toledo to a specialized facility in Columbus for further treatment.

 

Emergency services responded late Sunday night after the train hit the group on the Miles Newton Bridge, which spans the Sandusky River in Fremont. The body of the 5-year-old child was recovered from the river Monday afternoon following an intensive search involving two dive teams and multiple law enforcement agencies.

 

According to Fremont Mayor Danny Sanchez, the family had traveled to the area for a fishing outing. Authorities have not yet determined how the group ended up on the bridge at the time of the train’s arrival.

 

The Ohio State Highway Patrol, along with deputies from Ottawa and Sandusky counties, were involved in the operation, supported by local fire and EMS units. Norfolk Southern Railway, the operator of the train, issued a statement expressing condolences and confirming full cooperation with the investigation.

 

Mayor Sanchez called it a “very, very unfortunate tragedy” that has deeply affected the community. The bridge was briefly closed during the investigation but has since reopened.

 

Authorities continue to investigate how the accident occurred and whether other family members were nearby or involved.