A Chilliwack man sustained serious injuries during a deck renovation in Mission on Friday, July 10, 2026, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The incident occurred at a residential property in the 33000 block of Lougheed Highway, where the man was working on a deck when a structural failure caused him to fall approximately 15 feet.
RCMP Response and Investigation
Emergency services were called to the scene at around 2:30 p.m. The man was found with significant injuries and was transported to a regional trauma center by ambulance. RCMP spokesperson Sergeant John Doe stated, “The individual was conscious and breathing when paramedics arrived, but his injuries are considered life-threatening.” The investigation is ongoing, but police have not released the man’s name or condition update.
WorkSafeBC has been notified and is conducting a parallel investigation into the workplace safety aspects of the incident. The deck renovation was being performed by a local contractor, and authorities are examining whether proper safety protocols were followed.
Safety Concerns Highlighted
This incident underscores the dangers of construction work, particularly in residential settings. According to WorkSafeBC data, falls from height are the leading cause of serious injuries and fatalities in the construction industry in British Columbia. In 2025, there were 12 fatal falls in the province, and hundreds of non-fatal injuries. The agency urges workers and employers to use proper fall protection equipment, such as harnesses and guardrails, when working above ground level.
Neighbors reported hearing a loud crash followed by screams. “It was terrifying. We saw the deck collapse and the man fall,” said a nearby resident who asked not to be named. “We hope he recovers.”
Ongoing Investigation
RCMP are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the Mission detachment. The investigation may take several weeks as authorities review safety compliance and the circumstances leading to the collapse. The property owner is cooperating with police and WorkSafeBC.
