<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1bBE8w_0sYcgz2q00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1bBE8w_0sYcgz2q00" width="1500" height="800" ></figure>A joyful occasion took a tragic turn when a suspected drunk driver crashed into the Swan Boat Club in Berlin Township, Monroe County, disrupting a child’s birthday celebration. The devastating incident unfolded around 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024, claiming the lives of two children and injuring 15 others.Surveillance footage captured the harrowing moment as the vehicle, driven by a 66-year-old woman, smashed through the north wall of the building, penetrating approximately 25 feet inside. What was meant to be a joyful gathering swiftly transformed into a nightmare as the vehicle plowed into the unsuspecting party attendees.Emergency responders swiftly arrived at the scene to treat the injured, with a total of 15 individuals, including both children and adults, receiving medical attention.Among them, nine individuals, including three children and six adults, suffered severe, life-threatening injuries and were urgently transported to local hospitals. Additionally, several others sought medical assistance through private means.The tragedy claimed the lives of two siblings, an 8-year-old girl and a 5-year-old boy, sending shockwaves of grief through the community. The driver, whose identity remains undisclosed, was apprehended on suspicion of drunk driving and is expected to face legal consequences. Law enforcement authorities confirmed her cooperation with the ongoing investigation.Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough disclosed that preliminary information suggested the driver had visited a nearby tavern prior to the fateful collision. As authorities delve into the circumstances surrounding the incident, plans are underway to execute a search warrant at the establishment.The heart-wrenching collision serves as a poignant reminder of the grave repercussions of driving under the influence and underscores the paramount importance of responsible behavior on the road.As the community mourns the loss and grapples with the aftermath of this tragedy, an outpouring of support and condolences floods in for the victims and their grieving families.</div></body>

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Heartbreak in Monroe County: 2 Children Lost, 15 Injured in Tragic Birthday Party Crash

A joyful occasion took a tragic turn when a suspected drunk driver crashed into the Swan Boat Club in Berlin Township, Monroe County, disrupting a child’s birthday celebration. The devastating incident unfolded around 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024, claiming the lives of two children and injuring 15 others.