A section of Westminster Highway in east Richmond has been closed off after a fatal accident.
Richmond RCMP are currently on the scene of the collision between a truck and a motorcycle in the 21000 block of Westminster Highway, just east of No. 9 Road.
According to police the tragic accident happened at around 5:30 p.m., resulting in the closure of Westminster Highway between Fraserwood Place and Graybar Road.
It's not clear whether it was the truck driver or the motorcyclist who died.
Richmond RCMP is asking the public to avoid the area while the criminal collision investigation team are at the scene.
Anyone who may have witnessed the accident or has information regarding it is asked to call Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers by phone at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit them online at www.solvecrime.ca.
