We must move beyond seeing victims as numbers and remember them as individuals—with names, dreams, and people who loved them. Each life lost carried meaning and connection. Ignoring that truth risks losing our sense of humanity. What happened on that highway reflects a larger issue: a society that must do more to protect its people.
Demanding accountability is the only path toward healing. It is what we owe to the families affected and to those who will travel those roads in the future. Fear and uncertainty can only be reduced by building systems grounded in safety and respect. This tragedy, as painful as it is, has revealed the need for change. It must not be forgotten or ignored. Instead, it should serve as a turning point—a reminder that true progress is measured by how well we protect human life.
