A group of Buddhist monks walking from Fort Worth to Washington, D.C., on a cross-country peace journey received unexpected help after their escort vehicle was destroyed in a crash in Dayton, Texas.

Several monks were injured Thursday night when a vehicle slammed into the van following them. Dayton police believe the collision was accidental but say the investigation is ongoing.

Four to five monks were hurt, including one critically injured. Authorities said he suffered two broken legs and a concussion but has since come out of surgery and is expected to recover.

Osbaldo Durán, a roofing company owner, said he felt compelled to help after hearing about the crash.

“I saw that and I was like, ‘No, they need some help. We gotta help them. They’re walking for us — why can we not put someth

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