Dawson Creek RCMP begin investigation into deadly side-by-side incident

POUCE COUPE, B.C. — Dawson Creek RCMP have begun an investigation into a side-by-side incident which led to the death of two children in Pouce Coupe on June 4th. 

According to a press release on June 9th, the Dawson Creek RCMP detachment has begun an investigation into a reported utility terrain vehicle (UTV) rollover in the 13700 block of 207th Road in Pouce Coupe on June 4th at 1:03 p.m. 

Police say five young children were in the vehicle when the driver lost control, causing the vehicle to roll several times, resulting in several occupants being ejected from the vehicle.

On June 8th, Dawson Creek fire chief Marcel Capelle confirmed ambulance services, as well as the Pouce Coupe Fire Department, responded to the incident alongside police. 

An 8-year-old boy was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to Dawson Creek RCMP.

Blake Robert, media representative with Shock Trauma and Rescue (STARS), confirmed another child was airlifted to Edmonton in critical condition. 

RCMP said in the release that a 7-year-old girl later passed away “despite the best efforts of medical personnel. 

The three other occupants of the vehicle reportedly suffered minor injuries.

“As a parent, I cannot fathom the unimaginable and tragic loss these families have suffered,” said Staff Sergeant Kris Clark with the BC RCMP. “Our hearts go out to everyone who was impacted by this unthinkable event.”