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B.C. man dies in North Okanagan ATV crash

Police on scene at an ATV accident near Lumby, B.C. Global News

A Quesnel man died in an ATV crash near Lumby on Tuesday.

The crash happened along the 100 block of Shuswap Falls Road at 7:30 p.m., and involved two men travelling on separate ATVs.

One rider failed to negotiate a turn in the road, went over an embankment, and was ejected.

“The second person made their way to a nearby residence and called for help,” RCMP said.

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Despite the best efforts of rescuers, the Quesnel man, 47, was pronounced dead at the scene.

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“While the cause of the collision remains under investigation, alcohol is believed to have been a factor in the incident,” said Vernon North Okanagan RCMP Const. Chris Terleski.

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“Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.”

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