Eric Goens on the death of his mother in a bus accident in Peru: "I saw the live footage without knowing she was there"

Eric Goens reflects on his mother's tragic death in a bus accident in Peru 16 years ago. He recalls watching live footage of the crash without knowing she was involved. Goens was working as a director at VTM when he received the shocking news from Foreign Affairs. His mother was traveling to Machu Picchu when the bus collided with a truck, resulting in multiple fatalities. The situation worsened when he was informed that her body was missing due to complications during repatriation. Despite the tragedy, Goens has come to terms with her death, believing it aligns with her adventurous spirit. He describes her as a vibrant woman who lived life to the fullest, emphasizing that she would not have wanted a conventional end.