Medicine Hat police investigate two back-to-back vehicle collisions on Thursday

The sole occupant of the eastbound vehicle suffered serious injuries and was taken to the hospital, where the individual remains for treatment.

The occupant of the westbound vehicle did not report any serious injuries.

No charges have been laid, and the investigation remains ongoing, as police are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has information to contact the Medicine Hat Police Service.

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Less than an hour later, at about 2:38 p.m., emergency crews responded to another two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Box Springs Road and Saamis Drive N.W.

Investigators determined that a southbound vehicle attempted to turn across the path of a northbound vehicle travelling through the intersection, resulting in a collision.

Police said the northbound vehicle sustained significant damage and was considered a total loss, while the southbound vehicle suffered repairable damage.

Occupants of the northbound vehicle were taken to the hospital for assessment.

Police said only one person sustained injuries requiring medical attention, and the injuries are believed to be minor.

The driver of the southbound vehicle was issued a violation ticket for making an unsafe turn.

by Jett Schwaier

Medicine Hat police investigate two back-to-back vehicle collisions on Thursday

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