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Police investigating fatal collision

For Immediate Release: 26-Jan-2026 @ 3:55 PM
MRU #: TR26002

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating a fatal collision on Anthony Henday Drive.

At approximately 8:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, police responded to a collision on Anthony Henday Drive just east of Heritage Valley Road, in south Edmonton. A Volkswagen Passat was reportedly broken down in the far right eastbound driving lane of the Anthony Henday when it was struck from behind at highway speed by a Dodge Ram operated by a 23-year-old male.

The sole occupant of the Volkswagen, a 27-year-old male, was declared deceased on scene. EMS treated and transported the driver of the Dodge to hospital for precautionary reasons.

EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) is investigating the collision.

Anyone who witnessed or has dashcam footage of this collision is asked to contact EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

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For media inquiries please contact the EPS Media Relations Unit at mediarelations@edmontonpolice.ca.