A two-vehicle collision west of St. Paul claimed the lives of three people and left two others seriously injured on Tuesday evening.
St. Paul RCMP say the collision between a semi truck and a minivan, happened just after5 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 29 and Highway 36 also known as the St. Brides intersection in the county of St. Paul.
“Upon arrival on scene, first responders attempted life-saving efforts but, despite their efforts, three were declared deceased on scene and two were transported by EMS with severe injuries,” according to information from RCMP.
RCMP say early findings suggest the minivan failed to stop where indicated and was struck by the semi. “Impairment by alcohol or drugs are not believed to be a factor.”
The highway was closed for several hours but has reopened for travel.
The deceased are two 29-year-old Saddle Lake Cree Nation residents, one male and one female, as well as a 21-year-old female Edmonton resident.
“The thoughts of the Alberta RCMP go out to the family and friends of the deceased and all involved.”
