Emergency services are on scene for a crash on Highway 16. (Julia Lovett-Squires/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Accident

Two-vehicle crash closes Highway 16

Sep 3, 2024 | 11:08 AM

UPDATE: A 37-year-old man from Saskatoon has died following a Tuesday morning crash on Highway 16. The collision occurred between an SUV and a semi in the westbound lanes.

After police and emergency services arrived on scene, the driver of the SUV was pronounced deceased. The driver of the semi did not sustain any injuries.

A collision reconstructionist is currently working with the Battlefords RCMP on the investigation and Highway 16 has since reopened.

Emergency services have blocked Highway 16 westbound lanes following a two-vehicle collision on Tuesday morning.

The lanes are expected to be closed for a couple of hours and traffic is being rerouted. According to city officials, the eastbound lanes may be closed for investigation.

cjnbnews@pattisonmedia.com

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