Woodland Cree First Nation, Alta. – On Sept. 6, 2025, at approximately 2:45P.M., Peace Regional RCMP responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision between a semi truck and a van in the area of Highway 986 and the turnoff for Marten Lake, Alta.
RCMP arrived with local Fire crews, STARTS, Alberta Health Services Emergency Medical Services, Advanced Life Paramedic’s who were assisted by witnesses and local community members.
RCMP have been able to obtain dashcam footage, witness statements and the RCMP’s Collision Analyst attended to assess the scene and vehicles involved.
At this time, all investigational avenues are being explored. Peace Regional RCMP are seeking information from anyone who has not already spoken to police, with assistance in obtaining any dash cam footage from before the collision or any information leading up to the collision such as last known locations of the vehicles or occupants prior to the collision.
RCMP would like to extend gratitude to all witnesses and community members who remained on scene, assisted with medical needs of the passengers, traffic control and even provided water and supplies to first responders on scene.
The highway was cleared for regular traffic at approximately 10:30 P.M.
The Peace Regional RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying any information related to this incident. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the Peace Regional RCMP at 780-624-6611 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8377 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.