Delta Police and BC Coroners Service are investigating a fatal car fire on Highway 17 Sunday night that claimed one woman’s life.
Tragic Late-Night Fire Under Investigation
Police are investigating a fatal car fire that occurred late Sunday night on Highway 17, claiming the life of a lone female occupant. The Delta Police Department (DPD) said officers were called to the 7000-block of Highway 17, west of 80th Street, around 11:20 p.m. on October 26 following reports of a motor vehicle incident and subsequent blaze.
Scene and Emergency Response
Emergency crews arrived within minutes to find a vehicle engulfed in flames near the 72nd Street overpass. Despite the rapid response of firefighters and paramedics, the woman inside the car was pronounced dead at the scene. Police confirmed she was the only person in the vehicle.
Early Stages of the Investigation
The DPD said the cause of the fire and the events leading up to it remain under active investigation. Investigators have not disclosed what type of collision may have occurred before the vehicle caught fire. Both the Delta Police Department and the BC Coroners Service are working together to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Authorities are asking anyone who may have been driving on Highway 17 around 11:20 p.m. that night to come forward. Drivers with dashcam footage or information relevant to the case are urged to contact the Delta Police Department at 604-946-4444 or email tips@deltapolice.ca.
Community Response and Condolences
In a public statement, Delta Police expressed condolences to the victim’s family, noting the incident has deeply affected both first responders and the local community. “The Delta Police Department extends sincere condolences to the victim’s family during this difficult time,” the release stated.
Next Steps in the Case
As investigators continue to examine the vehicle and scene evidence, authorities are urging patience while they determine the cause. The BC Coroners Service will conduct a detailed investigation to confirm the woman’s identity and establish how she died.
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