By Kendall Robertson

Fatal Accident Closes Highway 16 Near Chilako River Bridge

Dec 21, 2017 | 12:33 PM

Highway 16 is closed in both directions near the Chilako River bridge due to a fatal accident that happened around 12:45 this afternoon. The highway will be closed for the next few hours. An alternative route has yet to be determined. Emergency crews are on scene investigating.

— Update —

According to RCMP, one individual was killed and two others were sent to the hospital with undetermined injuries. Police are asking for the public’s assistance for further information. 

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