In a disturbing turn of events, Peel Regional Police have disclosed new information about a tragic case that saw a woman's body remain undiscovered for over half a day following a fatal collision in Brampton.
The sequence of events began on Tuesday afternoon when emergency crews responded to a serious collision near the intersection of Williams Parkway and McLaughlin Road. Despite extensive emergency response and investigation at the scene, authorities now confirm a devastating oversight occurred.
The Timeline of Tragedy
According to police reports, the initial collision occurred around 3:45 PM on Tuesday. First responders attended the scene, but it wasn't until approximately 4:45 AM Wednesday—a full 13 hours later—that the woman's body was discovered in a vehicle that had been transported to a police impound facility.
"The vehicle was towed from the scene to a tow yard," explained Constable Mandeep Khatra. "It was there, at the tow yard, that the female was located inside the vehicle."
Investigation Underway
Peel police have launched a thorough investigation into how such a critical oversight could occur. The major collision bureau is working to reconstruct the events leading up to both the fatal crash and the subsequent failure to detect the victim at the accident scene.
Authorities have confirmed the deceased is a woman in her 20s from Brampton, though her identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Community Reaction
The revelation has sent shockwaves through the Brampton community, with many residents expressing concern about investigation protocols and how such a situation could unfold. Local officials are calling for a comprehensive review of procedures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
As the investigation continues, Peel Regional Police have assured the public that every aspect of this case is being examined with the utmost seriousness. The Ontario Special Investigations Unit has been notified, standard procedure in cases involving police and fatalities.
