News release

Whitbourne RCMP investigating fatal moose vehicle collision on Route 73

July 28, 2025 - Whitbourne, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Whitbourne RCMP is investigating a moose-vehicle collision that occurred over the weekend and resulted in the death of the 19-year-old driver.

In the early morning hours of Sunday, July 27, Whitbourne RCMP responded to report of a moose-vehicle collision on Tilton-New Harbour Barrens (Route 73). The driver and lone occupant of the vehicle, a 19-year-old man traveling for work, was pronounced deceased on scene by emergency medical services personnel.

A RCMP Traffic Service Collision Analyst attended the scene. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has been engaged.

This is the third serious moose-vehicle collision in the province this month, and the second fatality. RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador are urging all motorists to remain alert, drive with caution and watch for moose along our roadways.

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