Incident Overview

In a shocking turn of events, a GO bus carrying passengers became the latest victim of a rock-throwing attack on a highway in Markham. The incident, which occurred on the evening of November 30, involved an unidentified suspect hurling a rock at the moving vehicle on Highway 48 near Major Mackenzie Drive. Thankfully, no injuries were reported among the passengers.

Police Response and Safety Concerns

“It’s completely senseless and dangerous,” stated Ontario Provincial Police Sergeant Kerry Schmidt in an interview. He expressed the fear passengers and drivers must feel when faced with such reckless behavior. “I can’t imagine being on a bus with rocks coming at you, knowing there’s no escape,” Schmidt added.

Ongoing Investigation

This incident is part of a worrying trend, with police investigating over 20 reported cases of intentional rock-throwing at vehicles in Markham since September, 11 of which have occurred along Highway 48 alone. Previously, one of these incidents resulted in a serious collision, leaving two individuals with life-threatening injuries, and one victim remains in critical condition in the hospital.

Suspect and Vehicle Description

While police have not released specific descriptions of the suspects, they suspect a light-colored SUV may be linked to the attacks. Schmidt indicated the investigation is of 'very high priority,' emphasizing the urgency of apprehending those responsible before further harm occurs.

Call for Community Support

“We need safer highways,” he pleaded. “We need to be able to travel without the fear of being attacked by individuals engaging in such unacceptable behavior.” With the possibility of more attacks looming, public cooperation has become vital. Schmidt urged anyone with information to come forward, stating, 'We’re relying on tips and media support from the community to bring this to a conclusion.'

Conclusion and Call to Action

The potential dangers of such actions cannot be overstated. Rocks striking vehicles can lead to catastrophic outcomes, turning routine travels into harrowing experiences in an instant. As the investigation continues, one thing is clear: this need for accountability and public safety must take precedence. Authorities are hopeful that with community vigilance, these reckless attacks can be brought to an end before tragedy strikes again.