A routine workday turned into a life-threatening emergency in St. Albert on Tuesday when a landscaping worker became pinned between vehicles in a serious workplace collision.
The incident occurred around 2:30 PM near the intersection of Villeneuve Road and St. Albert Trail, where RCMP and emergency services responded to reports of a person trapped between vehicles.
According to Royal Canadian Mounted Police investigators, the landscaper was working near a trailer when the driver of a truck accidentally reversed into him, crushing him against the equipment trailer. The force of the impact left the worker critically injured and unable to free himself.
Emergency Response and Rescue
Multiple emergency units rushed to the scene, where first faces encountered a complex extraction situation. "The patient was seriously injured and required careful extrication from between the vehicles," confirmed an RCMP spokesperson.
Firefighters and paramedics worked collaboratively to stabilize the scene and safely free the injured worker. The extraction process required precision to avoid causing further injury to the pinned landscaper.
Air Ambulance Deployment
Due to the severity of the injuries, STARS Air Ambulance was dispatched to transport the victim to an Edmonton trauma center. The medical helicopter landed near the collision site, allowing for rapid transfer of the critically injured worker to advanced medical care.
The condition of the landscaper remains serious but stable according to latest updates from healthcare authorities.
RCMP Investigation Underway
St. Albert RCMP have launched a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision. Traffic analysts are examining the scene and interviewing witnesses to determine exactly how the accident occurred.
"We're speaking with everyone involved and reviewing all available evidence," stated the investigating officer. "Workplace safety is always a priority in these types of incidents."
Call for Witnesses
RCMP are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the Villeneuve Road and St. Albert Trail area around 2:30 PM Tuesday to contact St. Albert RCMP at 780-458-7700.
The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the exact sequence of events that led to this traumatic workplace incident.
