Two people have been killed in a late-night crash along Highway 1 through West Vancouver.
According to West Vancouver Police, around 11:40 pm on Wednesday, “a vehicle travelling eastbound in the westbound lanes near Westport Rd caused a head-on collision.”
The crash resulted in the deaths of two people, while other passengers were sent to hospital. At this point, it’s not known how many people were injured.
⛔️REMINDER – #BCHwy1 Westbound CLOSED and traffic is being detoured at Exit 4: Caulfeild due to a vehicle incident before Horseshoe Bay. Expect delays. #WestVan @BCFerries
ℹ️ More info: https://t.co/yu0DFvm8uM pic.twitter.com/J9ggoxJMtJ— DriveBC (@DriveBC) June 27, 2024
The incident has forced the closure of westbound Highway 1 and is also causing issues for drivers heading for a ferry, as access to the Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal is blocked.
#ServiceNotice – Due to unanticipated crew absences as a result of a vehicle accident on Highway 1 Westbound, the #HorseshoeBay – #DepartureBay vessel is currently holding in dock. The 6:30 am sailing from Horseshoe Bay will be delayed.
More here: https://t.co/knUtyLC6Iu ^cg
— BC Ferries (@BCFerries) June 27, 2024
The crash has caused major delays along the highway and, at this point, there is no estimated time for the reopening of westbound traffic.
As of 7:45 am Thursday, westbound traffic on Highway 1 is closed at Westport Road, with alternative routes available via Exit 4 and Marine Drive.
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The Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service is investigating.
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