News release

Burnaby RCMP seeks dashcam video, witnesses after fatal early morning collision

January 5, 2026 - Burnaby, British Columbia
From: Burnaby RCMP

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Burnaby RCMP is appealing for dashcam video and witnesses after an early morning motor vehicle collision that has resulted in one fatality. 

On Monday, January 5, 2026, just after 5:20 a.m., Burnaby RCMP frontline officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision, involving two-vehicles, on Austin Road near Gatineau Plance. A man, the driver of one the vehicles involved, has died despite life saving measures taken by first responders. 

The driver of the second vehicle remained on scene and is cooperating with investigation. The cause of the collision is under investigation. 

Roads in the area will remain closed, motorists should expect some delays, please find alternative routes. There is currently no update on when the roads will re-open. 

Burnaby RCMP’s Criminal Collision Investigation Team (CCIT) has conduct of the investigation. 

“Our Criminal Collision Investigation Team is working to determine the cause of the crash,” said Cpl Laura Hirst with the Burnaby RCMP. “If you witnessed the collision and have not spoken to police, or if you have dashcam video in the area, please contact our investigators.” 

Police are asking anyone that witnessed the incident or may have dashcam footage on Austin Road (in either direction), between 5:10 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. on Monday, January 5, 2026, to please contact the Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999 and quote file number 2026-499.

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