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Edmonton Journal
4 days ago
- Edmonton Journal
Impaired driving charges laid after fatal crash on Anthony Henday Drive
A 23-year-old man is dead after an early morning fatal collision involving an impaired driver on Edmonton's Anthony Henday Drive Saturday. Article content In a news release, Edmonton police said they received a call at 1:30 a.m. about a single vehicle collision on the southbound portion of Anthony Henday Drive near the Highway 14 overpass, in the city's southeast. Article content Article content Police said a Chevrolet Cruze struck a light standard and caught fire. Witnesses pulled the driver, a 23-year-old man, from the burning car and attempted lifesaving measures but the man died on scene. Article content Article content It was then reported to police that a second vehicle, a Chevrolet Cavalier, was the cause of the crash and was last seen travelling north in the southbound lanes of the Henday. Officers with Strathcona County RCMP later intercepted the vehicle driving north in the southbound lane near the Sherwood Park Freeway. Article content Article content A 23-year-old woman, who police did not identify, was arrested and is charged with dangerous driving causing death and impaired driving. Article content The EPS major collisions investigations section (MCIS) is investigating the crash. Article content Police are asking anyone who may have dash cam footage from the area to contact police at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Article content
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Police find car that fatally struck Edmonton teen, driver still at large
Tips from the public helped Edmonton police find a vehicle involved in a 2024 fatal hit-and-run in southeast Edmonton, but the suspect is still at large. Police were called at roughly 4:05 a.m. on May 29, 2024, to help paramedics with a hit-and-run collision near 48 Street and 34 Avenue between a young cyclist and a vehicle. EMS attempted to treat the 13-year-old boy's injuries, but he was pronounced dead shortly after. EPS's major collision investigations section (MCIS) took over the investigation and released footage of a suspect vehicle on July 2, asking the public for assistance in identifying it. Thanks to tips from the public, EPS were able to locate the vehicle, a 2017 blue Mazda 3, at a vehicle repair shop in Edmonton. 'As our investigation into this fatal hit-and-run collision continues, we are encouraged by the new evidence we have obtained through locating and seizing the suspect Mazda 3,' said acting Sgt. Chris Deslaurier with MCIS in a Friday news release. Police are still on the hunt for the owner of the vehicle. They are once again asking anyone with information to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. 'Our focus remains on bringing a matter of resolution to this young man's family,' said Deslaurier. 'We believe there are members of the public who have valuable information that will continue to assist us with our investigative efforts. If you have any information about the collision or the driver of this vehicle, please contact us immediately.' Related 'Bag of snakes': Police Act disciplinary hearing for Edmonton officer accused of leaks South Edmonton death in June 2024 deemed a homicide: EPS You can also support our journalism by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribers gain unlimited access to The Edmonton Journal, Edmonton Sun, National Post, and 13 other Canadian news sites. The Edmonton Journal | The Edmonton Sun
Edmonton Journal
5 days ago
- Edmonton Journal
Police find car that fatally struck Edmonton teen, driver still at large
Article content Tips from the public helped Edmonton police find a vehicle involved in a 2024 fatal hit-and-run in southeast Edmonton, but the suspect is still at large. Article content Police were called at roughly 4:05 a.m. on May 29, 2024, to help paramedics with a hit-and-run collision near 48 Street and 34 Avenue between a young cyclist and a vehicle. EMS attempted to treat the 13-year-old boy's injuries, but he was pronounced dead shortly after. Article content Article content Article content EPS' major collision investigations section (MCIS) took over the investigation and released footage of a suspect vehicle on July 2, asking the public for assistance in identifying it. Article content Article content Thanks to tips from the public, EPS were able to locate the vehicle, a 2017 blue Mazda 3, at a vehicle repair shop in Edmonton. 'As our investigation into this fatal hit-and-run collision continues, we are encouraged by the new evidence we have obtained through locating and seizing the suspect Mazda 3,' says Acting Sgt. Chris Deslaurier with MCIS in a Friday news release. Police are still on the hunt for the owner of the vehicle. They are once again asking anyone with information to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Article content 'Our focus remains on bringing a matter of resolution to this young man's family,' said Deslaurier. 'We believe there are members of the public who have valuable information that will continue to assist us with our investigative efforts. If you have any information about the collision or the driver of this vehicle, please contact us immediately.' Article content
CTV News
31-07-2025
- CTV News
Motorcycle crash marks 21st fatal collision this year
A Wednesday crash involving a motorcycle and sedan in north Edmonton marks the 21st fatal crash the city has seen this year. Officers responded to a collision in the area of 82 Street and 167 Avenue shortly before 6 p.m. It was reported to Edmonton police that a Nissan Versa driven by a 40-year-old man was northbound, stopped at a green light waiting to turn left. The front passenger side wheel of the Nissan was struck by a Suzuki GSXR600 driven by a 25-year-old man as he entered the intersection travelling southbound on 82 Street. The motorcyclist was thrown from the bike. Witnesses attempted CPR on the man until Edmonton Fire Rescue Services arrived followed by EMS. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Nissan was treated and transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The Major Collision Investigation Section (MCIS) of the Edmonton Police Service is investigating the collision. Speed is believed to be a factor. 'This is the 21st life lost on our roads this year. Behind every number is a family changed forever,' said MCIS Acting Staff Sgt. Kam Patel. 'These collisions don't just impact families, they leave a mark on those who respond to them. 'We want to thank the witnesses who stepped in to perform CPR, and the first responders who did everything they could on the scene.' The city's number of fatal crashes is on track to surpass those in recent years. Twenty-six people were killed in crashes in 2024, and 27 the year before.
Edmonton Journal
25-07-2025
- Edmonton Journal
Edmonton police officer pulled over for traffic control gets rear-ended by semi
An Edmonton police officer suffered non-life threatening injuries early Thursday after being rear-ended by a double-trailer semi truck while pulled over doing traffic control on Anthony Henday Drive near Sherwood Park. Article content Extra duty detail officers were facilitating a vessel move in the southbound lanes of the Henday, just south of the Whitemud Drive overpass, around 2:40 a.m., when the semi struck the officer's stationary marked patrol vehicle with overhead emergency lights activated, police said in a news release. Article content Article content Article content EMS responded, treated and transported the lone officer in the police vehicle to hospital with seemingly non-life-threatening injuries. The officer has since been released. No other injuries were reported. Article content Article content Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) is now investigating this collision. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor. The driver of the semi remained on scene. Article content 'When incidents like this occur, we must reinforce our message asking motorists to slow down when approaching an emergency vehicle or tow truck with emergency lights activated,' says acting Staff Sergeant Brad Harsch with MCIS. Article content 'Conducting vehicle stops or traffic control are risks police regularly navigate, but it is important for motorists to recognize the hazards and the potential consequences a member of the public or officer can face if traffic laws are not followed. We are thankful our officer is alive and apparently not seriously injured.' Article content Article content Motorists are asked to please remain focused on the safe operation of their vehicles and the traffic around them. Article content Article content Further, Alberta's Traffic Safety Act (TSA) requires drivers to slow down to 60 km/h when passing emergency vehicles and tow trucks with emergency lights engaged and working roadside, said police. If possible, drivers should provide one lane of space on multi-lane roadways. Article content
