By Josh Hall (Twitter: @Vancan19)

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Two people killed in crash near Trochu

Jun 18, 2022 | 6:00 PM

Sadly, two people have died following a motor vehicle collision in central Alberta.

RCMP say it was about 10 p.m. on June 17 when the crash occurred on Highway 21, just north of Trochu — about 90 km southeast of Red Deer.

“Investigation has revealed that two cars were northbound on Highway 21 when the second rear-ended the first, causing it to drive across the road where it was hit by an oncoming semi truck,” RCMP say in a release. “The two occupants of the first car, a 20-year-old female and a 21-year-old male, were declared deceased at the scene.”

The investigation into this collision continues.

“Our condolences to the family and friends of the two deceased,” RCMP add.

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RCMP did not say if they believe other things like impairment, speed or weather conditions to be factors. They say more information will be shared if and when it becomes available.