News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Friday, October 27, 2017   Dangerous Road Conditions Last evening, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Winnipeg Police Service began receiving reports of a large number of motor vehicle collisions that were occurring in quick succession throughout the city.     Approximately 15 different locations, 14 of which were bridges, were the scene of collisions involving a combined total of approximately 97 vehicles. Of those, 55 vehicles required a tow from the scene. 9 people (including 2 infants)  were transported to hospital in stable condition.  Countless people declined medical attention for various minor injuries.     At its peak, approximately 30 police units (General Patrol, Community Support and Cadets) were required to manage these incidents. Due to the hazard posed by these road conditions, the involved bridges were closed until sanders could be deployed. After approx 4 hours all bridges were sanded and reopened.      The Winnipeg Police Service reminds all drivers that with the onset of temperatures below freezing that slower speeds, longer stopping distances and increased caution will be necessary for safe travel.   For further information contact either:    Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer    Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer    Constable Tammy Skrabek, Public Information Officer    Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs        Phone: (204) 986-3061 | Fax: (204) 986-3267 | Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca Share this mailing with your social network by clicking on the appropriate link:       Related Winnipeg Police Service Report a Crime Online Crime Stoppers CrimeStat Unsubscribe If you do not want to receive these emails anymore, unsubscribe.        Please do not reply to this email. This e-mail was sent from a notification-only address and replies are not monitored. Mailing address: City of Winnipeg, 510 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3B 1B9 Privacy Statement The City of Winnipeg values your privacy. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties. You are receiving this email as a result of your signing up for the Winnipeg Police Service Email News list offered on the City of Winnipeg website. You may unsubscribe or change your subscription options at any time.