Fatal two-vehicle collision closes part of Highway 15 in South Surrey

by Craig Takeuchi on September 5th, 2019 at 11:08 AM

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A collision on the Pacific Highway in South Surrey has resulted in the death of a driver and road closures during morning commutes.

Around 6:50 a.m. today (September 5), Surrey RCMP attended a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 40^th Avenue and Highway 15, or 176^th Street.

While one driver was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, the other driver died from injuries.

During the investigation into the incident, police are asking drivers to avoid the area until further notice.

Roads have been closed on Highway 15 from the intersection of Highway 10 and 32^nd Avenue and on 40^th Avenue between 168^th Street and 176^th Street.

Based on initial information, investigators don’t believe that impairment from drugs or alcohol is a contributing factor.

Any witnesses or anyone with dashcam video is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP or Crime Stoppers, to remain anonymous.