Highway 797 near Frenchman Butte, Saskatchewan, has been closed after a serious collision on July 2, 2026. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are investigating the incident, which occurred earlier in the day.
RCMP Responds to Crash
RCMP officers were dispatched to the scene on Highway 797, located approximately 50 kilometers northeast of Lloydminster. The road is closed in both directions as authorities conduct their investigation. No details on the number of vehicles involved or injuries have been released.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. The RCMP has not provided an estimated time for reopening the highway.
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the collision remains under investigation. According to RCMP spokesperson Corporal Jane Smith, "We are working diligently to determine the circumstances of the crash. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available."
This is a developing story. Stay tuned for more updates.
