One dead in collision northwest of Montreal

MONTREAL – Man in his 20s was killed and two others were injured in a fatal collision Saturday on Highway 50 near Mirabel in the Laurentians, northwest of Montreal.

Quebec provincial police say the accident occurred just before 4:45 p.m. when a motorist travelling west struck a heavy goods truck travelling in the opposite direction while attempting to pass on the left.

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Police say the young man was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders and two others were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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A total of three vehicles were involved in the crash — two cars and a heavy truck.

Provincial police also reported a spill, but did not specify what the material was.

Investigators were on site to examine the scene on Saturday.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 5, 2025.