In a shocking incident on Tuesday afternoon, tragedy struck near 40 Avenue and 22 Street in Red Deer as a fatal motor vehicle collision unfolded. The local RCMP have announced an arrest related to this devastating event.

According to authorities, chaos erupted when an SUV was making a turn, and a stolen truck, allegedly driven at breakneck speed, crashed into it head-on. The driver of the SUV, a 46-year-old woman from Red Deer, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Out of respect for her loved ones, police have withheld her name.

But the incident didn't stop there. The suspected driver, desperately trying to escape the scene, attempted to hijack vehicles from bystanders who rushed to aid the victim. He succeeded in stealing an SUV but met his fate when he crashed again on 39 Street. Fortunately, he didn’t get far, as police swiftly apprehended him after a foot chase.

This harrowing collision led to significant traffic disruptions, keeping RCMP and Collision Reconstructionists busy for hours investigating the scene. While the exact cause is still under investigation, initial reports suggest that speed and possibly drugs played a pivotal role in this tragic event.

The suspect remains in custody and is awaiting a judicial interim release hearing, with further details expected as charges are officially filed. This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of reckless driving as the community mourns the loss of a beloved resident.