Two correctional officers, including Ramandeep Kaur Maan, and inmate killed in Alberta car crash

THE Correctional Service of Canada on Friday identified those who were killed on Thursday in a rural Alberta crash as Correctional Officers Nicolae Serban and Ramandeep Kaur Maan of Edmonton Institution for Women and inmate Kiara Mooswa.

A member of the South Asian community told the media that Maan, 25, had come to Canada as an international studies. She completed her studies in Manitoba and moved to Alberta.

Police say that a box truck collided with a Correctional Service Canada minivan that was transferring an inmate at an intersection about 200 kilometres southeast of Edmonton. All three in the van died at the scene. The driver of the box truck sustained minor injuries.

The Commissioner of the Correctional Service of Canada said in a statement: “It is with profound sadness that we mourn the loss of Correctional Officers Nicolae Serban and Ramandeep Kaur Maan of Edmonton Institution for Women, who tragically lost their lives yesterday while carrying out their duties in service to Canada. Their commitment to public safety, professionalism, and dedication to their work exemplified the values of the Correctional Service of Canada.

“Today, our thoughts are with Nick and Ramandeep’s families, friends, and colleagues, who are facing an unimaginable loss. We honour them not only as Correctional Officers, but as valued members of our CSC family whose lives, service, and contributions have made a lasting impact on those who knew and worked alongside them.

“This tragedy has affected many families and communities. We also mourn the loss of Kiara Mooswa, who was in our care and custody at the time of the accident, and extend our condolences to her family, friends, and community.”