A media release from Salmo RCMP stated that officers responded to the incident at 10:40 p.m. on Saturday, June 8.
Upon arrival, officers observed that it appeared as though the driver had lost control of his vehicle before colliding with the bridge’s barricades.
RCMP say it appeared as though the driver had lost control of his vehicle before colliding with the bridge’s barricades. The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.
RCMP, along with the BC Coroners Service, are continuing their investigation into the cause.
If you have any information relating to this collision, Salmo RCMP ask that you contact them at (250) 357-2212.
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