The Saskatchewan Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are investigating a fatal collision that claimed the life of a pedestrian on a northern highway. The incident occurred on December 15, 2025.
Details of the Fatal Collision
According to police, the collision involved a pedestrian and a sport utility vehicle (SUV). It happened on Saskatchewan Highway 969 at its intersection with Highway 2. This location is situated just to the northeast of the community of Waskesiu.
Emergency services responded to the scene, but the pedestrian was pronounced deceased. The RCMP's investigation into the precise circumstances leading to the collision is currently active. Authorities have not released the identity of the victim, pending notification of next of kin.
Ongoing Police Investigation
The RCMP's major crimes and traffic reconstruction units are typically involved in such serious incidents to determine factors like speed, driver attention, pedestrian actions, and road conditions. No further details about potential charges or the status of the SUV driver were immediately provided in the initial release.
This tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the dangers on provincial highways, especially in areas where pedestrians and vehicles share the roadway.
A Call for Road Safety
As investigations continue, police often reiterate the importance of vigilance for both drivers and pedestrians. Drivers are reminded to be extra cautious in areas where pedestrian traffic is possible, especially near intersections and community outskirts. Pedestrians are encouraged to wear visible clothing and use designated crossings where available.
The RCMP is asking anyone with information about this collision, or who may have witnessed events leading up to it, to contact their local detachment or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers.
