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Impairment Suspected in Parksville Crash
Witnesses reported erratic driving before the rollover, and police say alcohol impairment may have contributed to the crash that sent two people to hospital.
- On Sunday, Sept. 6, a white Kia Forte veered off Highway 19 in Parksville near Exit 46 and overturned in a forested area at approximately 7:10 a.m., injuring both occupants.
- Oceanside RCMP Sgt. Shane Worth reported that witnesses observed the vehicle being driven in "an erratic manner prior to the crash," prompting investigators to suspect alcohol impairment as a contributing factor.
- Both occupants were transported to hospital following the rollover, with the male driver sustaining more serious injuries than the female passenger.
- Authorities closed Highway 19 for several hours while a collision reconstruction expert processed the scene; no charges have been laid as the investigation continues.
- Anyone who witnessed the incident or possesses dashcam footage is asked to contact the Oceanside RCMP at 248-6111, referencing file #2026-9535.
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