Drumheller emergency services were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 9 and Highway 10 at about 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, August 16.
Two vehicles were involved in the collision, with one coming to rest on its roof on the highway median, and the intersection was temporarily closed and traffic detoured to allow emergency personnel to clear the scene.
“Witnesses on scene reported one of the vehicles failed to stop at a red light and collided with the other vehicle in the intersection,” Drumheller RCMP Corporal Alexander MacDonald shares with the Mail.
Cpl. MacDonald reports there were no serious injuries as a result of the accident, and he expressed his gratitude to bystanders who stepped in to provide first aid while waiting for emergency first responders to arrive on scene.
One male was transported by EMS, while RCMP transported additional occupants to hospital for assessment.
This is the second or third accident that has occurred at this intersection this summer.
“It’s a major thoroughfare through town and a very busy intersection,” says Drumheller Fire Chief Bruce Wade. He adds it is important for drivers to practice defensive driving, especially with increased traffic during the summer months.
Cpl. MacDonald notes the driver responsible for the accident hasn’t been charged at this time, though charges are forthcoming.
