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RCMP investigate deadly crash involving motorcycle in northern Alberta

File photo of an RCMP cruiser. Global News

Traffic on Highway 672 has been diverted as Grande Prairie RCMP investigate what caused a crash on the northern Alberta roadway that claimed the life of a motorcycle driver.

In a news release issued Friday afternoon, police said emergency crews were called to a crash by Highway 2 and Highway 672 at 1:50 p.m.

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They said the collision involved a motorcycle and a pickup truck.

“The cause of the collision remains under investigation and traffic interruption is anticipated to continue until the scene examination is completed,” the RCMP said shortly after 3:30 p.m.

Police said Highway 672 was blocked off in both directions at Highway 2.

“Traffic is being rerouted at Highway 2 and Township 734,” the RCMP said.

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“Grande Prairie RCMP send their condolences to the families and loved ones involved in this incident.”

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