Mother and two children go over Niagara Falls in intentional incident, police say

boston.com October 30, 2024, 08:01 PM UTC

A 33-year-old mother intentionally went over Niagara Falls with her two children, a 9-year-old and a 5-month-old, according to New York state police. The incident occurred on Luna Island, and search efforts have not been successful.

Authorities responded to the scene around 9 p.m. on Monday. They confirmed the incident was intentional but are still investigating the circumstances. Unmanned aircraft and underwater units are being used in the search.

This incident marks a tragic event at a popular tourist location, raising concerns about safety and mental health.


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