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'Alcohol Is Believed to Be a Contributing Factor' in Double Fatality on W.R. Bennett Bridge
Two other occupants were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries as BC Highway Patrol investigates and seeks dash-cam footage.
- On Bennett Bridge Tuesday, Sept. 22, a two-car crash in Kelowna resulted in two fatalities, with emergency responders locating four occupants at the scene.
- Alcohol is believed to be a contributing factor in the collision, according to Cst. Clyde Feero of the Highway Patrol.
- The collision occurred at approximately 4 a.m., closing the Bennett Bridge westbound, while two survivors were transported to Kelowna General Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
- Investigating in partnership with RCMP, the Coroner's Service confirmed two individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene, said Feero.
- Highway Patrol is seeking witnesses or dash-cam footage from anyone who observed the crash or vehicles before impact to aid the investigation.
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