New Westminster vehicle crash claims one life

A fatal crash closed East 8th Avenue between Richmond and East Columbia streets in New Westminster, B.C. on Wednesday March 15th, 2023. (Shane MacKichan, CityNews Image)

By Charlie Carey

Posted March 15, 2023 9:51 am.

Last Updated March 15, 2023 3:35 pm.

One person has died Wednesday morning in New Westminster after a crash just before 7 a.m.

New Westminster Police Department (NWPD) says the fatal crash involved only one vehicle on East 8th Avenue between Richmond and East Columbia streets.

Police say the crash caused a local power outage, with city crews on the scene working to restore power.

Various emergency crews on scene of a fatal accident in New Westminster

Various emergency crews on scene of a fatal accident in New Westminster

Various emergency crews on scene of a fatal accident in New Westminster

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Neighbouring residents and motorists are being urged by police to take extra safety precautions, as live wires are downed at the scene.

The BC Coroners Service and the Integrated Collision Analysis Reconstruction Service (ICARS) have been notified, NWPD says.

“Police are in the early stages of this investigation,” stated Sgt. Andrew Leaver. “If you witnessed this collision or have dash-cam footage please reach out to police.”

The NWPD Major Crime Unit can be contacted at 604-529-2430.

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