Overview
- The crash occurred Sunday night near Cumayasa, roughly 100 kilometres west of Punta Cana.
- A statement posted Monday by the Embassy of Canada to the Dominican Republic said officials are in contact with local authorities and providing consular assistance.
- Local media report at least 19 people were injured, with authorities citing two fatalities described as foreign nationals without disclosing citizenships.
- Global Affairs Canada said it could not provide additional information when contacted by The Canadian Press.
- The embassy advised affected Canadians to reach the Emergency Watch and Response Centre for support.