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2 people seriously injured in crash in southwest Edmonton

A serious crash on 199 Street and Lessard Rd NW, April 20, 2016. Charles Taylor, Global News

EDMONTON – A man and a woman were taken to hospital suffering serious injuries after their vehicles collided Wednesday afternoon.

The crash happened just after 1 p.m. at 199 Street and Lessard Road NW.

The man driving the truck was trapped inside and had to be pulled out by firefighters.

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The woman inside the Lexus SUV was rushed to hospital.

On Thursday, police said the man suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The woman remains in hospital in serious but stable condition.

Police said alcohol and drugs could be factors in the crash. Charges are pending against the female driver of the Lexus.

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The EPS said the Lexus was seen speeding south near 178 Street and Callingwood before the crash. They are asking anyone who witnessed the crash to call them.

Police closed down the road for several hours to investigate.

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