Fundraiser Launched for Crane Operators Injured in Highway Crash
An online fundraising campaign has been established to support Evan Tyler and Joe Derosa, two Sterling Crane operators who sustained serious, life-threatening injuries in a severe six-vehicle collision on Highway 22X near Calgary. The incident occurred on a Thursday as the men were returning from a work shift near Carseland. According to Chris Kosmack, a colleague who initiated the GoFundMe page, the victims' vehicle was rear-ended at highway speeds, causing it to be thrown into oncoming traffic. Both men were airlifted to Foothills Medical Centre for emergency treatment. Tyler suffered broken femurs, a broken knee, and a neck vertebra fracture, while Derosa sustained a broken femur. Although both are currently in stable condition, they face lengthy recovery periods and extended time off work. By Friday evening, the campaign had raised over $30,000 toward its $50,000 goal, reflecting strong community support for the long-term employees and their families during this difficult time.
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Fundraiser Launched for Crane Operators Injured in Highway Crash
An online fundraising campaign has been established to support Evan Tyler and Joe Derosa, two Sterling Crane operators who sustained serious, life-threatening injuries in a severe six-vehicle collision on Highway 22X near Calgary. The incident occurred on a Thursday as the men were returning from a work shift near Carseland. According to Chris Kosmack, a colleague who initiated the GoFundMe page, the victims' vehicle was rear-ended at highway speeds, causing it to be thrown into oncoming traffic. Both men were airlifted to Foothills Medical Centre for emergency treatment. Tyler suffered broken femurs, a broken knee, and a neck vertebra fracture, while Derosa sustained a broken femur. Although both are currently in stable condition, they face lengthy recovery periods and extended time off work. By Friday evening, the campaign had raised over $30,000 toward its $50,000 goal, reflecting strong community support for the long-term employees and their families during this difficult time.
Calgary Herald