Driver seriously injured after vehicle collides with train in Maple Ridge

A 54-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries after his vehicle collided with a moving train in Maple Ridge on Monday night.

Maple Ridge RCMP said officers were called at about 10 p.m. on Sept. 14 to Haney Bypass near 225 Street. Police learned that an eastbound vehicle on Haney Bypass veered off course, drove through a gate and onto the railway tracks, where it struck the train.

The driver, the vehicle's sole occupant, was safely removed by Maple Ridge Fire & Rescue Services and taken to hospital by Emergency Health Services. BC EHS said he was stable when transported.

Nearby train equipment and signage were significantly damaged, and CPKC Police were notified. All trains were stopped so emergency crews could work safely. RCMP officers spoke with potential witnesses and are investigating all possible factors. Anyone with information is asked to contact Maple Ridge RCMP at 604-463-6251 and quote file number 2026-17790.