Fatal Head-On Crash Claims Life of Cold Lake Man
Bonnyville RCMP have reported a tragic fatal collision that occurred on Friday morning. A 35-year-old man from Cold Lake lost his life in a head-on crash involving a pickup truck and a semi truck with an empty trailer. The incident took place on Highway 55, near Range Road 480, approximately 238 kilometers east of Edmonton.
Details of the Collision
At around 8:30 a.m., RCMP officers responded to the scene of a serious collision. Investigators determined that the crash was head-on. The driver of the pickup truck, a 35-year-old man from Cold Lake, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the semi truck, a 39-year-old man also from Cold Lake, was assessed for non-life-threatening injuries and subsequently transported to the hospital.
Cleanup crews worked for several hours to clear the scene on Friday, according to police.
Support for Those Affected
The Eastern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society is available to provide victim support services for anyone impacted by the collision. RCMP extended their condolences, stating, “Bonnyville RCMP send their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.”
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the dangers of highway travel. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
