Fatal crash

One person is dead from severe head trauma as a result of a motor vehicle crash that took place Sunday at 4:21 p.m. on Highway 16 East about 15 kilometres east of Purden Lake. A west-bound five-ton truck slowly drove off the road and overturned on an embankment. The passenger was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police do not believe speed or alcohol were factors and the investigation continues. Anyone who witnessed this crash is asked to call the North District Traffic Services at 250649-4004.