Two dump truck crashes have occurred in the span of just three days at a notorious intersection in New Westminster, causing concern for the safety of drivers and pedestrians.
The first crash happened on Monday, April 12th at the intersection of Royal Avenue and McBride Boulevard. According to witnesses, a dump truck was making a left turn when it collided with a car, causing significant damage to both vehicles. The driver of the car was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Just two days later, on Wednesday, April 14th, another dump truck was involved in a crash at the same intersection. This time, the truck collided with a pedestrian, leaving them with serious injuries. The pedestrian was also taken to the hospital for treatment.
Residents and commuters in the area are expressing their concerns about the safety of the intersection, which has been known for its high volume of traffic and frequent accidents. Some are calling for immediate action to be taken to improve safety measures at the intersection.
In response to the crashes, the City of New Westminster has announced that they will be conducting a safety review of the intersection. This review will include an analysis of traffic patterns and potential improvements to the intersection’s design.
The New Westminster Police Department is also urging drivers to exercise caution when approaching the intersection and to follow all traffic laws. They are reminding drivers to be aware of their surroundings and to always yield to pedestrians.
This is not the first time that this intersection has been the site of serious accidents. In 2019, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a dump truck at the same location.
As the safety review takes place, residents and commuters are hoping for swift and effective action to be taken to prevent future accidents at this notorious intersection. The City of New Westminster and the police department are working together to ensure the safety of all who use this busy intersection.
