Survivor sought after fatal crash up river
Two people from Sussex killed in single-vehicle incident early Thursday in Hay Settlement, near Woodstock, says RCMP; police believe third, unidentified person may have been in car
In the wake of a single-vehicle crash that claimed two lives near Woodstock this week, police are trying to find a third person who may have been in the car at the time.
The Western Region Valley detachment of the RCMP issued a news release Friday afternoon, seeking information about a fatal incident early Thursday in Hay Settlement, about 15 kilometres south of Woodstock.
“On Sept. 26, 2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of the Western Valley Region RCMP detachment responded to a report of a single-vehicle crash on Highway 2, near Hay Settlement,” the release said.
“The crash is believed to have occurred when the vehicle, travelling eastbound, lost control and drove into the ditch.”
Two men - aged 43 and 45, both from Sussex - died from injuries sustained in the crash, the Mounties reported.
The 45-year-old died at the scene, the release said, while the 43-year old was transported to hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
“Police have reason to believe that a third person may have been in the vehicle at the time of the crash and has yet to be identified,” the release said, noting that the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, who may have relevant dash-cam footage or who otherwise has pertinent information is urged to contact the Western Region Valley detachment by calling 506-325-3000.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can provide tips through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the secure P3 Mobile App or online through Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.
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