An 80-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene of a collision this morning, Jan. 18.

She was from Lethbridge and an autopsy has been ordered by the office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

According to the preliminary investigation, the incident occurred when an SUV was heading eastbound on Township Road 92 between Range Road 205 and Range Road 210, in the Lethbridge/Coaldale area.

The SUV lost control, entered the south ditch, and travelled a short distance before hitting an embankment.

She was the lone occupant of the vehicle, and the next-of-kin has been notified.

The scene is clear, and traffic flow has resumed on Township Road 92.

Her name will not be released, and no further updates are expected.

 

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