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Man Found Dead on Burnaby Section of Highway 1 Triggers Investigation
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Incident Overview
Early Tuesday morning, a man’s body was discovered lying in the eastbound lane of Highway 1 near the Kensington Avenue exit in Burnaby, British Columbia. The injuries were described as consistent with being struck by a vehicle. The location of the body and the nature of the injuries suggest a traffic-related incident, though authorities have not confirmed whether the vehicle remained at the scene.
Police Response
Burnaby Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) announced that officers responded to the scene shortly after the discovery. The RCMP indicated that the investigation is ongoing and that they are working with other agencies to determine the circumstances surrounding the fatality. BC Highway Patrol officers are also involved, focusing on whether the vehicle that caused the injuries left the roadway.
Road Closure and Public Advisory
Following the discovery, the eastbound lanes of Highway 1 near the Kensington on-ramp were closed to traffic. The closure includes the on-ramp to Highway 1 east at Kensington Avenue. Drivers were directed to use alternate routes while the investigation proceeds. Authorities have asked anyone traveling on Highway 1 in the area between 5 a.m. and 6 a.m. that morning to review dash-cam footage that might assist the inquiry.
Investigation Details
Investigators are collecting evidence from the scene, including any potential vehicle debris and eyewitness accounts. The primary focus is to establish whether a driver fled the scene after striking the victim. No arrests have been reported, and the identity of the deceased has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
Potential Next Steps
The RCMP and BC Highway Patrol will continue to analyze any submitted dash-cam recordings and other relevant evidence. The road closure will remain in effect until investigators deem the site safe for reopening. Updates are expected as the investigation progresses, with authorities urging the public to cooperate by providing any pertinent video or observational information.