Battlefords RCMP confirm that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Highway 16 west in the early morning hours of Oct. 2.
RCMP confirm in a news release that at around 1 a.m., the pedestrian was struck at the location where Hwy 16 and Hwy 4 merge prior to the bridge crossing the North Saskatchewan River. The victim was a 15 year old male who was alone at the time.
Medical treatment was provided by Battlefords EMS and North Battleford Fire Department before the individual was transported to Battlefords Union Hospital for further treatment.
RCMP report that injuries sustained were severe, resulting in STARS Air Ambulance taking the victim to Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon for further treatment. Family members of the victim have been contacted and updated, say police.
RCMP say the initial investigation revealed the driver of the involved vehicle was sober, had stopped to render assistance and called 911 to report this accident. A Prince Albert Traffic Service Reconstruction Analyst attended to conduct a thorough investigation.
Traffic flow is back to normal at the scene. The investigation into the incident continues and RCMP say they will provide a further update.
