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CBS News
03-07-2025
- CBS News
Westland hit-and-run victim continues recovery, police still searching for suspect
Nearly three weeks ago, Megan King says her life changed in an instant. On June 13, she was crossing the intersection at Cherry Hill Road and Venoy Road in Westland to pick up some dishes at the corner store. "I stopped at the light; I waited for cars that didn't yield to me. Everyone was stopped; I continued along the intersection with the light, saying I could go. Next thing you know, I'm halfway through the intersection, and I'm getting tossed into the air," said King. A nearby business shared surveillance footage with King of the moment she was hit — something she says is etched in her mind forever. "That's the scariest thing that I've ever experienced, and definitely the worst pain I've ever experienced in my life as well," said King. Even worse, she says the driver didn't stop and just kept driving. "I remember just, like, getting hit by a black car, and then I just seen the lights in the air, and the next thing you know, I was on the ground and watching the car speed away from me," said King. King's boyfriend, John Bastian, was home at the time — only three blocks away when he got her call. "It hurts to see her just laying in the middle of the road, and it's, it's raining, and all these people are just driving by and honking at her. No one even bothered to come out and help her," said Bastian. The couple moved to the area just a few days before to get more space for their growing family. "We had an apartment out in Belleville for about three years, and we just needed something bigger, especially for our dogs," said Bastian. King says what was supposed to be a summer full of fun memories is now one she would rather forget. "It was very terrifying. It's definitely something I never want to experience ever again," said King. King broke her back and pelvis in two places, needing fusion surgery and extensive physical therapy. Luckily, while doctors say she is making great progress and should make a full recovery, her journey back is just beginning. "This basically ruined my life forever. I'm going to have a whole bunch of more obstacles now; I'm going to have to go through more pain. The doctor said this basically aged me 10 years," said King. Almost a month later, Westland police say the suspect in the hit-and-run still hasn't been found. Westland Police Department Police released a photo of an unknown black sedan — possibly a Nissan — that failed to stop after the crash and fled eastbound on Cherry Hill. King says she wanted to share her story to hopefully help find the person who did this and get the answers she needs. "I don't care what the situation was. You hit me, and you immediately left. You could have stopped, called the cops, made sure I was okay, and then leave, for all I care. But you left me there," said King. If you have any information that may help identify the suspect, contact Westland police at 734-722-9600.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Pride Month kicks off in Toronto
Pride Month has officially kicked off in the city, with celebrations and events set to take place all throughout June. As Megan King reports, this year's Pride theme looks at inclusivity, togetherness and standing up for one another during difficult times.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Yahoo
5 dead after SUV collides with transport truck in southwestern Ontario
Five people, including four teens, have died after an SUV collided with a transport truck in southwestern Ontario. Global's Megan King spoke with Sgt. Ed Sanchuk of the Ontario Provincial Police about the crash.
Global News
01-05-2025
- Global News
Here's the best time to see the cherry blossoms at Toronto's High Park
Even mid-week, dozens of people can be found taking pictures of the cherry blossoms at High Park — a sign that warm weather is on the way. 'Half the blossoms have reached full bloom, but there's a lot of blossoms that are still chugging along,' said High Park Nature Centre Executive Director Rohith Rao. According to Rao, many of the blossoms that have bloomed already are as a result of recent warm-weather days. He predicts the trees will be at 'peak bloom' by this weekend — particularly Saturday. View image in full screen Cherry blossom buds readying to bloom later this week at High Park. Megan King / Global News 'Peak bloom at High Park typically lasts between four to ten days, and this depends on weather conditions,' Rao said. 'Cool, calm weather can extend that period, but warm and unsettled weather can mean a shorter blooming experience.' Story continues below advertisement For many park-goers, seeing the trees in bloom is an opportunity to get out of the house and embrace springtime. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'We don't really need to go all the way to Japan to experience the Sakura blossoms,' said photographer Rajdeep Bose. 'It's so great to have them here right inside the oasis that Toronto has — which is the High Park. And hopefully we can come back every year to continuously see this going forward.' For one man at the park, the trees are a reminder of his late wife — they got married in Japan during cherry blossom season and were together for 57 years. View image in full screen A father and son enjoy peak blooming season for the cherry blossoms at High Park — in honour of their late loved one. Megan King / Global News 'It's the first time we've come together, the first time we've come since mum passed away,' his son told Global News. 'It's really pretty… I think it brought back memories for my dad, reminding him of what it was like living in Japan.' Story continues below advertisement These trees were a gift from the citizens of Tokyo to Toronto in 1959 and now serve as a beautiful backdrop for thousands to visit. For Rao, preserving the trees is important to ensure their beauty for years to come. 'We strongly urge people to not pluck flowers, pull down on branches, climb on trees,' said Rao. 'This is because the cherry blossom trees are extremely sensitive and delicate trees.' View image in full screen A park-goer takes pictures of the cherry blossoms in bloom at High Park. Megan King / Global News There are several locations across Toronto where cherry blossoms can be seen, including several City parks, the Exhibition Place grounds and some University of Toronto and York University campuses.
