A fiery crash in Surrey sends three people to hospital, two with life-threatening injuries. Police say speed may have played a role.
Early-Morning Crash Shocks Surrey
A devastating crash in Surrey early Sunday morning has left three people in hospital, two of them in critical condition. The collision, which involved two vehicles, unfolded around 128 Street and 65 Avenue. One car flipped, caught fire, and trapped its passengers inside.
Quick Action by First Responders
Surrey Police Service, firefighters, and BC Emergency Health Services rushed to the scene. Firefighters managed to put out the flames and free the trapped pair. Both victims were rushed to hospital, where they remain in life-threatening condition.
The driver of the other car was also taken to hospital and is reported to be in serious condition.
What Investigators Know So Far
The Surrey Police Road Safety Section and the Collision Investigation Unit are leading the case. They are receiving support from the Lower Mainland’s specialized crash reconstruction team.
Although the investigation is still in its early stages, police believe the northbound vehicle veered into oncoming traffic and collided head-on with the southbound car. Speed is being considered as a possible factor.
Traffic Delays and Public Safety
Police have closed the crash site for much of the day to gather evidence and reconstruct the events leading up to the collision. Drivers and pedestrians are being urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
