(St. John’s, NL), June 8, 2022 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Accident Investigation Division are investigating a fatal collision which occurred on Peacekeepers Way in Conception Bay South (CBS) yesterday afternoon.

On Tuesday, June 7, 2022, shortly after 2:00 pm, RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS) responded to the scene of motor vehicle collision on Peacekeepers Way in CBS. The collision occurred on the area of the highway between Fowler’s Road and Minerals Road, and involved a westbound semi-trailer truck and an eastbound sedan. A third vehicle sustained damage as a result of the collision.

The operator of the sedan, a 56-year-old male from St. John’s, was deceased at the scene. There were no other occupants of that vehicle. The operator of the semi-trailer truck was treated at a hospital and released.

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

This investigation is ongoing with the RNC Accident Investigation Division, and officers are seeking any witnesses, or anyone with video footage in the area of the collision around the time of the event.

The RNC request that anyone with information to assist 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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File # 2022-28028

 

Cst. James. C. Cadigan  #775
Media Relations & Public Communication
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658