The scene of the numerous collisions Tuesday, January 14, 2020 outside of Creston. (Supplied by Leslie Payne)
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Elk Valley RCMP respond to fatal car accident on Hwy 3 in Hosmer

Layne Gallant
By Layne Gallant

Elk Valley RCMP responded to a fatal head-on motor-vehicle collision Friday on Highway 3 in Hosmer.

Police said they received a report of the collision at 7:30 a.m. on March 13 and responded along with BC Ambulance and Fernie Fire Rescue.

One of the drivers was taken to Elk Valley Hospital in stable condition. The other driver was confirmed to have died as a result of the collision.

The crash resulted in the highway being closed for roughly five and a half hours.

RCMP said no suspicious activity is suspected, but the investigation is ongoing.

Elk Valley RCMP sends its condolences to the family and all who are impacted by the collision.

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Layne Gallant
Layne Gallant
Layne is beginning her broadcast journalism career and joined Vista Radio in 2025. She grew up in Saskatoon and graduated from the Radio and Television Broadcasting program at Western Academy Broadcasting College in June 2025. She moved to Cranbrook in fall 2025. She is a lifelong animal lover, especially cats, and has a background in competitive dance. She is excited to call Cranbrook home and get to know the community.

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