Currently, the investigation into the cause of a collision that claimed the life of a seven-year-old girl is underway but at this time, no additional information is available. (File photo/northeastNOW staff)

By Rachel May

Fatal Collision

Motor vehicle accident claims the life of a seven-year-old

Oct 12, 2021 | 4:53 PM

A motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian has resulted in the death of a seven-year-old girl.

At approximately 7:35 p.m. on Oct. 11, Wadena RCMP responded to a collision involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian about 10 km west of Wadena.

The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle traveling eastward. While awaiting the arrival of emergency responders, the driver remained on the scene. Local RCMP, EMS, and fire station staff responded to the call.

A seven-year-old female pedestrian from the Wadena area was pronounced dead at the scene.

Her family has been notified.

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The Wadena RCMP and Collision Reconstruction specialists closed Highway 5 for approximately five hours during their initial investigation.

At this time, the circumstances of the incident are still unfolding, and no further information is available.

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