Crowsnest Pass RCMP confirmed this morning that one death and multiple injuries resulted Wednesday evening in a head-on collision between an SUV and a passenger bus.

A 44-year-old Fernie woman, driver of the SUV, was declared deceased at the scene.

The bus was carrying 27 passengers. Six received minor injuries and two were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

RCMP say initial investigation indicates the SUV crossed the centre line and collided with the bus.

The accident occurred around 7:45 p.m., on Highway 3 near Range Road 25 – east of the weigh scales near Lundbreck.

Traffic between Pincher Creek and Crowsnest Pass was rerouted via Highway 507 through much of the night while investigators were on-site.

Investigation continues.

Condolences are extended to family and friends of the deceased.