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Earlier this morning just after 3 am a police officer with the Kelowna RCMP was conducting routine patrol along Highway 33 when he observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed drive by in the opposite direction. The officer turned around and continued to observe the vehicle and its erratic movements.
The vehicle ultimately crossed into oncoming lanes and struck a wall, ejecting 3 people from the vehicle and the officer immediately called for assistance. Three occupants and the driver were transported to hospital with what are believed to be serious injuries.
The scene was closed off and Kelowna Municipal Traffic Services were called in and they are investigating the collision. The area around Highway 33 and Highway 97 are impacted by the collision and traffic is being re-routed. It’s unknown how long the roads will be closed for.
The Independent Investigation Office of BC have been notified and will determine if there is any link between police actions and the motor vehicle collision. Anyone who witnessed this incident is asked to contact the IIO BC at 1-855-446-8477.
