On January 11, 2023, at approximately 7:40 am, Steinbach RCMP responded to a report of a vehicle-snowmobile collision on Highway 12, near Clearsprings Road, in the city of Steinbach.
A 73-year-old male, from Steinbach, attempted to cross Highway 12 eastbound on his snowmobile when he was struck by a southbound pickup truck, being driven by a 45-year-old female from Ste. Anne.
The 73-year-old, who was wearing a helmet, was pronounced deceased on scene. The 45-year-old was not physically injured.
Steinbach RCMP continue to investigate.
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