A 36-year-old Lac La Biche man has died following a head-on collision involving a semi-truck Monday evening.
At approximately 9:15 p.m. on April 20, 2026, Lac La Biche RCMP responded to a serious motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 55 and Highway 866.
What Happened
According to preliminary findings, a semi-truck travelling eastbound collided head-on with a westbound pick-up truck. The driver of the pick-up, who was the sole occupant, was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the semi-truck, a 51-year-old man from Edmonton, did not require medical treatment.
Emergency Response
Multiple agencies responded to the scene, including:
▪️ Lac La Biche RCMP
▪️ RCMP collision analyst from St. Paul
▪️ RCMP Real Time Operation Centre (Edmonton)
▪️ Lac La Biche Fire and Rescue
▪️ Emergency Medical Services
▪️ Local peace officer for traffic control
Traffic in the area was detoured while emergency crews managed the scene.
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the collision remains under investigation. RCMP have not released additional details at this time.
Community Support
Lac La Biche RCMP extended condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
Support is available through the Eastern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society, which provides assistance to those affected by traumatic incidents. They can be reached at:
▪️ Phone: 587-487-2505
▪️ Email: info@earvss.ca
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Fatal Collision Near Lac La Biche Claims Life of Local Man
A 36-year-old Lac La Biche man has died following a head-on collision involving a semi-truck Monday evening.
At approximately 9:15 p.m. on April 20, 2026, Lac La Biche RCMP responded to a serious motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 55 and Highway 866.
What Happened
According to preliminary findings, a semi-truck travelling eastbound collided head-on with a westbound pick-up truck. The driver of the pick-up, who was the sole occupant, was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the semi-truck, a 51-year-old man from Edmonton, did not require medical treatment.
Emergency Response
Multiple agencies responded to the scene, including:
▪️ Lac La Biche RCMP
▪️ RCMP collision analyst from St. Paul
▪️ RCMP Real Time Operation Centre (Edmonton)
▪️ Lac La Biche Fire and Rescue
▪️ Emergency Medical Services
▪️ Local peace officer for traffic control
Traffic in the area was detoured while emergency crews managed the scene.
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the collision remains under investigation. RCMP have not released additional details at this time.
Community Support
Lac La Biche RCMP extended condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
Support is available through the Eastern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society, which provides assistance to those affected by traumatic incidents. They can be reached at:
▪️ Phone: 587-487-2505
▪️ Email: info@earvss.ca
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