A teenage girl was left in critical condition on Sunday following a severe single-vehicle collision on Montreal's South Shore. The incident occurred on Highway 20 at approximately 11 a.m., involving an SUV that lost control, veered off the road, and struck a lamppost before crashing into a median near the area of St-Mathieu-de-Beloeil.
Details of the Collision
According to authorities, the driver, an adult woman, was behind the wheel when the vehicle experienced a loss of control. The SUV subsequently left the roadway, colliding with a lamppost and then a median, resulting in significant damage and injuries to all occupants.
Injuries and Hospitalization
Sûreté du Québec spokesperson Marythé Bolduc confirmed that all three individuals in the vehicle—the driver and two teenage girls—were transported to a hospital for medical treatment. One of the teenagers sustained injuries that were initially deemed life-threatening, causing grave concern among emergency responders.
However, by late Sunday afternoon, Bolduc provided an update indicating that the teen's condition had stabilized, and authorities no longer feared for her life. This development brought a measure of relief to the situation, though the teen remains under close medical supervision.
The other two occupants, including the driver and the second teenage passenger, suffered only minor injuries in the crash. Their conditions are reported as non-life-threatening, and they are expected to recover fully with appropriate care.
Ongoing Investigation
While the immediate aftermath focused on medical response, an investigation into the cause of the crash is underway. Factors such as road conditions, vehicle speed, and potential driver error are being examined to determine what led to the loss of control and subsequent collision.
Highway 20, a major route in the region, experienced temporary disruptions due to the incident, but traffic has since been restored to normal flow. Local authorities have reminded drivers to exercise caution, especially in areas prone to accidents.
This crash highlights the ongoing concerns about road safety in Montreal's South Shore, prompting calls for increased awareness and preventive measures to avoid similar tragedies in the future.
