Highway open after fatal collision

West Kelowna

2024-12-18 15:58 PST

File # 2024-73717

West Kelowna RCMP are confirming the collision that occurred this morning on Highway 97C approximately 3kms west of Highway 97 was fatal in nature. Investigators have determined a pickup truck travelling westbound with a lone occupant collided with a snow plow while attempting to pass. Road conditions played a significant factor in this collision.

Highway 97C westbound has since reopened.

We offer our sincerest condolences and thoughts to the family of the victim, Cpl. Michael Gauthier Kelowna RCMP.

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Email: kelowna_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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