In a heartbreaking incident near Agassiz, a family of three lost their lives in a head-on collision on the Lougheed Highway. The crash occurred at around 3:30 a.m. and involved a semi truck. Two adults were pronounced dead at the scene, while an infant was flown to the hospital but sadly passed away a few hours later. The driver of the semi truck was unharmed. The Agassiz RCMP, Agassiz Fire Department, and multiple ambulances responded to the scene. The Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service is currently investigating the cause of the crash. The highway was closed for approximately 14 hours and has since reopened. The Agassiz RCMP is urging any witnesses or individuals with dash cam footage in the area between 3 a.m. and 3:45 a.m. to come forward. Mental health support is being provided to those affected by this tragic incident [2fb00e70].
This devastating car crash near Agassiz highlights the ongoing issue of road safety and the devastating consequences of careless driving. It serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible behavior on the roads and the need for stricter penalties to deter dangerous driving. Incidents like these underscore the need for increased awareness, education, and enforcement of road safety measures to prevent future tragedies [4d333e89] [94748c14] [0bb26dac] [2fb00e70].