UPDATE: Highway 28 closure near Vilna due to fatal collision

Smoky Lake RCMP responded to a collision involving three vehicles on Highway 28 at Range Road 141 in Vilna.

Upon arrival, emergency responders confirmed a 46-year-old female driver from Edmonton deceased. A second driver involved in the collision was extricated from his vehicle and transported to Edmonton by STARS Ambulance with serious injuries. The third driver involved attended hospital with minor inquires.

RCMP continue the investigation into the circumstances of the collision. Although early, drugs are believed to be a factor.

RCMP wish to express our condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Smoky Lake RCMP are currently on scene at a fatal collision involving three vehicles on Highway 28 in Vilna, between Range Roads 141 and 142.

RCMP would like to advise the public that Highway 28 will be closed in that area while investigation is ongoing and traffic analysts attend the scene.

Traffic is being diverted to Township Road 594 via Range Roads 141 and 142. The public is asked to avoid the area as it will be impassible until further notice.