Fatal single vehicle accident near Balfour

Kaslo RCMP are appealing for information after a single vehicle car accident claimed a life on Sunday, May 5, at approximately 12:30am, at the 1400 block of Highway 31 near Queens Bay, 5km north of Balfour.

“Upon arrival first responders attempted life-saving techniques on both the driver and a single passenger.” said James Grandy, RCMP Communications.

“The passenger was treated for non-life threatening injuries and was transported to hospital however the the driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.”

The fatal accident is still under investigation and anyone with information should contact Kaslo RCMP.
RCMP would like to offer their condolences to the families that were affected in this tragic incident and thank the witnesses for their assistance at the scene.

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Kate Brown
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