RCMP continue to investigate a fatal collision this past weekend that led to the death of a 17 year old.
On September 21, 2019, at approximately 6:30 a.m., RCMP responded to a two vehicle collision on Highway 795 just north of Highway 53. Investigation revealed a southbound sedan crossed the centre line and struck a northbound pickup truck.
The 17-year-old male driver and 16-year-old male passenger of the sedan were transported by STARS to an area hospital with life threatening injuries. The lone occupant of the pickup truck, a 54-year-old male was examined at scene by EMS and released.
On Sunday, the 17-year-old male driver from Lacombe died in hospital as result of his injuries.
An RCMP collision reconstructionist attended the scene to assist the investigation.
No charges are anticipated.