One dead, two injured in head on collision

Smithers, BC Highway Patrol, Collision Unit

2024-09-16 10:59 PDT

File # 2024-3606

On September 15, 2024 Smithers RCMP and Smithers BC Highway Patrol (BCHP) were called to a head on collision on Highway 16 west of Raymond Road, in Smithers, BC. A pickup heading east struck a SUV heading west head on at highway speeds.

The pickup had one occupant who was taken to hospital with life serious injuries. The SUV’s driver was pronounced deceased on the scene despite life saving efforts by first responders. The SUV’s passenger was also transported to hospital with serious injuries.

Officers are continuing their investigation to determine exactly what happened but suspect impairment to be a factor in the collision.

We send our deepest condolences to the families of those involved and have engaged our victim services team to support them. I would like to thank our partners BC Emergency Health Services, Smithers Fire and hospital staff for their assistance and great work during this event, says Cpl. Kevin Weeres Smithers BCHP.

We are continuing our investigation into this tragic event and request anyone with dash cam footage or anyone who witnessed the crash that have not come forward, to contact us at the Smithers RCMP Detachment at 250-847-3233.

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Email: brett.urano@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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