Two die in Perimeter Highway crash

WINNIPEG – Two people were killed in a multi-vehicle crash in North Winnipeg Wednesday afternoon.

RCMP said a semi-truck travelling east on the Perimeter Highway failed to stop at the red light and smashed into a minivan travelling north on Pipeline Rd.

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Both vehicles then spun into oncoming westbound traffic, hitting two other cars.

The driver and passenger in the mini van were rushed to hospital but later died.

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A child that was riding in another car struck in the collision was also treated for minor injuries.

Police said alcohol is not a factor but the investigation is ongoing.