An investigation is currently underway into a tragic collision that occurred on Stoney Trail in Calgary, resulting in one fatality.
According to authorities, the collision took place on Saturday evening at around 8:30 p.m. on the eastbound lanes of Stoney Trail, near the Deerfoot Trail interchange. The incident involved two vehicles, a sedan and a pickup truck.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and found the driver of the sedan, a 35-year-old man, with serious injuries. Despite efforts to save his life, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the pickup truck, a 42-year-old man, was also injured and was taken to hospital for treatment.
The cause of the collision is still under investigation, and it is unclear at this time what factors may have contributed to the incident. The identities of the drivers have not been released, pending notification of their families.
The eastbound lanes of Stoney Trail were closed for several hours as police conducted their investigation and cleared the scene. Traffic was diverted onto Deerfoot Trail during this time.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has any information to come forward and contact the Calgary Police Service. They are also reminding drivers to always exercise caution and follow traffic laws to prevent such tragic incidents from occurring.
This collision serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of safe driving and the devastating consequences that can result from reckless or negligent behavior on the road. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time.
