Published Jul 27, 20261 minute readRCMP Photo by FileArticle contentPlacentia-Whitbourne District RCMP is investigating a moose-vehicle collision that occurred overnight and resulted in the death of a 53-year-old driver.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentJust before 2:45 a.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026 RCMP officers responded to a collision on the Trans-Canada Highway involving a passenger vehicle and a moose. Members of the local fire department and Emergency Medical Services personnel also attended the scene.Article contentArticle contentThe driver of the vehicle, a 53-year-old woman, was pronounced deceased at the scene.Article contentA collision reconstructionist with RCMP Traffic Services attended to assist with the investigation, and the highway was closed for several hours west of the Chapel Arm exit.Article contentThe Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) has also been engaged.Article contentThe investigation is continuing.Article contentRCMP Newfoundland and Labrador offers its sincere condolences to the friends, family and community of the deceased.Article contentArticle content
RCMP investigating fatal moose-vehicle collision on TCH in NL, near Chapel Arm exit
