
Slave Lake man, 19, killed in icy collision with logging truck
A 19-year-old Slave Lake man died Monday morning after his SUV crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a logging truck on Highway 2.
The collision occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Dec. 30, according to Slave Lake RCMP. The westbound SUV appears to have lost control on black ice and crossed the centre line.
The first eastbound vehicle swerved to avoid a collision. The second, a logging truck hauling logs, was unable to avoid the SUV.
The logging truck driver called 911 and other motorists stopped to help. The SUV driver was pronounced dead at the scene.
Road conditions are believed to be a contributing factor. The investigation is ongoing.
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Slave Lake man, 19, killed in icy collision with logging truck
A 19-year-old Slave Lake man died Monday morning after his SUV crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a logging truck on Highway 2.
The collision occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Dec. 30, according to Slave Lake RCMP. The westbound SUV appears to have lost control on black ice and crossed the centre line.
The first eastbound vehicle swerved to avoid a collision. The second, a logging truck hauling logs, was unable to avoid the SUV.
The logging truck driver called 911 and other motorists stopped to help. The SUV driver was pronounced dead at the scene.
Road conditions are believed to be a contributing factor. The investigation is ongoing.
Missing persons, crime, accidents, fire, death investigations and more.
RCMP Crime Map
View approximate locations of thefts, break and enters, missing persons and high-crime areas in Alberta here.
If you see a crime in progress or need police assistance in an emergency, call 911.
Anonymous reporting through Crime Stoppers and cash rewards
Crime Stoppers allows tip sharing without disclosing personal information. An ID number and password are provided to follow up on tip status or add details.
Cash rewards up to $2,000 may be available for tips leading to an arrest. Higher payouts apply to serious crimes like murder, sexual assault, drug and weapon seizures, and human trafficking.
Call in your tip: 1-800-222-8477 Submit tip online
Online crime reporting (under $5,000)
If you are the victim of property crime such as theft or vandalism under $5,000, online reporting is available 24/7.
Contact your local RCMP or Crime Stoppers with information about illegal activity.
- Pincher Creek RCMP – 403-627-6000
- Crowsnest Pass RCMP – 403-562-2866
- Piikani Nation RCMP – 403-965-2000
- Other Alberta detachments
- Canadian RCMP detachments
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