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Westlock RCMP respond to serious motor vehicle collision - Update

April 21, 2026 - Westlock County, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Westlock County, Alta. — On Apr. 21, 2026, at approximately 11:10 a.m., Westlock RCMP responded to a fatal head-on collision on Highway 44, just north of Highway 651, involving a semi-truck and an SUV. The 36-year-old driver, resident of Westlock County, and sole occupant of the SUV, was ejected from the vehicle and declared deceased on scene. The 53-year-old driver and sole occupant of the semi-truck was transported for non-life-threatening injuries by ground ambulance to a nearby hospital. 

Westlock RCMP were assisted by Alberta RCMP’s Real Time Operation Centre in Edmonton, Westlock RCMP Traffic Services, Morinville RCMP Detachment, RCMP Central Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit, and Redwater RCMP Traffic Services. Westlock Fire and Rescue, and Emergency Medical Services also attended. La Prairie assisted with traffic control while an Alberta RCMP collision analyst attended to assist with the investigation. Westlock RCMP’s investigation is ongoing.

Westlock RCMP send their condolences to family and friends of the deceased.

Victim Services, now Eastern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society, is available to offer compassionate support and guidance to anyone impacted by this incident. Victim Services connect individuals and families with trusted community resources to provide support in coping with the emotional impact of this incident. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact 587-487-2505 or via email at info@earvss.ca.

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