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Okotoks woman killed after vehicle hits street light pole

Okotoks RCMP responded to a report of a vehicle that struck a light standard on 32 Street at North Railway Street. Global News / Tom Reynolds

RCMP say a woman was killed in a crash in the town of Okotoks, Alta., on Sunday.

The victim was driving a vehicle that struck a street light pole on 32 Street and North Railway Street at around noon.

“At this time, it is unclear as the cause of the accident,” RCMP said in a Tuesday news release. “The incident is still under investigation.”

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The victim, a 61-year-old Okotoks resident, suffered “severe” injuries and was later pronounced dead at the scene.

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Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information about it is asked to call Okotoks RCMP at 403-995-6400 or contact Crime Stoppers.

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Okotoks is located about 20 kilometres south of Calgary.

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