(St. John’s, NL), July 17, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Accident Investigation Division are investigating a fatal collision, which occurred in St. John’s on Saturday.

On Saturday, July 15, 2023, RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS), Accident Investigation Division (AI) and Forensic Identification Services (FIS) responded to a two-vehicle collision on Robert E. Howlett Memorial Drive in St. John’s. Responding officers located the two vehicles involved in the collision in the area between Doyle’s Road and Main Road. Both vehicles had significant damage. The roadway was closed to traffic while officers gathered information from the scene.

The 58-year-old female operator of a motorhome involved in the collision was taken to a hospital to be treated for serious injuries. The other vehicle involved was an SUV operated by a 64-year old male from St. John’s. He was pronounced deceased at the scene of the collision.

The RNC AI are continuing to investigate the collision and request any witness information or video footage in the area of Robert E. Howlett Memorial Drive around the time of the collision, shortly before 3:00 pm on Saturday.

The RNC sends its sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Anyone experiencing stress or anxiety as a result of this information can access the NL mental health crisis line through 8-1-1 for support. If you are in crisis, the RNC Mental Health Mobile Crisis Response Team can provide support at your location.

The RNC request anyone who has information to assist the investigation contact the RNC at 729-8000 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

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Cst. James. C. Cadigan  #775
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Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
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