Police seek witnesses to fatal crash in Abbotsford

Passenger died July 7 in one-vehicle collision on Townshipline Road

Police seek witnesses to fatal crash in Abbotsford Published 3:25 pm Thursday, July 16, 2026 The Abbotsford Police Department is asking for witnesses to come forward in relation to a fatal collision that occurred earlier this month. The single-vehicle crash took place at about 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7 on Townshipline Road near Gladwin Road.

Police at the time said a vehicle with two people had crashed into a hydro pole. The passenger died on scene, and the driver was taken to hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. The Abbotsford Police Department’s major crime unit is continuing to investigate the incident in partnership with the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service.

A press release states the detectives have since learned that several people might have been in the area at the time of the crash or shortly afterwards. Investigators believe the individuals might have information that could help, the release states. “The family of the deceased passenger is devastated by their loss and is encouraging anyone who may have witnessed the collision or its immediate aftermath to come forward,” police said.

Investigators are also seeking CCTV or dash-cam footage from the area that might help determine the circumstances of the crash. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225.