Overview
- Dayton police say a truck struck the monks’ escort vehicle on U.S. 90 near SH‑99, pushing it into walkers on the shoulder around 6:13 p.m. Wednesday.
- Two monks were hospitalized, including one airlifted with substantial leg injuries whose surgery went well, while early reports varied on the total number hurt.
- Investigators say the truck driver is cooperating as they evaluate possible driver inattention and consider whether to file charges when the probe concludes.
- Walk for Peace organizers say the pilgrimage will continue and they will keep coordinating with local authorities along the route.
- A local Good Samaritan delivered a fully paid, insured replacement escort vehicle outfitted with safety upgrades to help the group continue.