Three survivors of a horror crash that killed 14 people have been photographed holding hands in their hospital beds, united in their grief.
Last night, a bus transporting the Humboldt Broncos junior ice hockey team to a match was involved in a crash with a truck in Canada. Of the 28 people onboard, only 14 survived.
The photo of the three survivors holding hands in hospital was shared just hours after the smash. Police have yet to reveal the identities of those who were killed in the crash, but it's feared that many of the victims were the young players.
In the snap, player Derek Patter is lying in a hospital bed at Saskatoon Hospital, alongside two of his fellow teammates. They can be seen hooked up to drips and one is wearing a neck brace - the full extent of their injuries isn't yet known.
Derek's dad shared the photo on Twitter with the caption: "Derek, Grayson and Nick bonding and healing in hospital."
Many of those caught in the crash had to be airlifted to hospital. Three people are reported to be in a critical condition, according to officials.
Head coach Darcy Haugan reportedly died in the crash, with his sister taking to Twitter to say he was killed in the tragedy.
Broncos' president, Kevin Garinger said: "There have been multiple fatalities - our whole community is in shock.
"We don't know who has passed and we don't expect to know right away.
"We know that the coroner and their office need to do their work and let families know."
Candanian prime minister Justin Trudeau tweeted to say his 'heart goes out to everyone affected'.
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said: "To the City of Humboldt, the entire Broncos organisation, and the families impacted by this tragedy, please know you are in Saskatchewan's hearts.
"From a grieving province, thank you to every one of the first responders and medical professionals for your courageous response under the most difficult circumstances imaginable."
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Source: Sky News; The Guardian
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