Update: 2 people have died after crash on Hwy. 1, wrong-way pickup truck driver arrested

Burnaby RCMP, Emergency Health Services and Burnaby Fire Department attended the scene. Tragically, two passengers in the sedan were pronounced deceased at the scene, Cpl. Urano confirmed. 

The driver of the sedan was transported to the hospital with serious injuries, however, they are not believed to be life threatening.

Police can confirm the driver of the pickup truck was arrested and transported to the Burnaby RCMP detachment for investigation. 

Cpl. Urano says Burnaby RCMP’s Criminal Collision Investigation Team (CCIT) attended, as did the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service (ICARS). The investigation is still in its early stages; however, alcohol is believed to be a contributing factor in the collision. 

“This is a tragic incident that has had devastating consequences,” said Cpl. Brett Urano, BC RCMP media relations officer. “Our thoughts are with the families, friends, and everyone affected by this collision. Investigators are working hard to collect evidence and determine exactly what happened.” 

Highway 1 has since reopened to all traffic. BC Highway Patrol is expressing thanks to the public for their patience during this investigation. 

Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam video on Highway 1 in either direction between 1^st Avenue and Gaglardi Way, from 12 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 2323to please contact police.