Lac La Biche RCMP urge caution as 2 men injured in separate quad crashes over the weekend.....
RCMP and Lac La Biche Emergency Services attended two quad collisions over the long weekend in remote areas, says Lac La Biche RCMP Const. Chris Clark.
The first collision occurred near the Old Conklin Road approximately 70 kilometers north of Lac La Biche. A 41 year old male driver was operating a quad on a remote trailer when he struck a tree stump and was ejected off the quad. The male suffered injuries to his pelvic area and was transported to local hospital and then later to an Edmonton hospital for further treatment. The male was not wearing a helmet and alcohol is a factor in this collision, said Clark.
The second collision occurred near Touchwood Lake on a remote quad trail. This area is approximately 50 kilometers northeast of Lac La Biche. A 54 year old male was operating a quad when he struck an exposed tree root and was ejected off the quad. The male was cared for by friends and transported to the campground where he was treated by ambulance personnel. The male was then airlifted from the scene by STARS Air Ambulance and taken to an Edmonton Hospital. The male driver was not wearing a helmet and alcohol and speed are not considered factors, Clark said.
Police are reminding the public that when using any type of ATV to ensure they are wearing all proper safety equipment and not to consuming alcohol. Police would also like to encourage operators to take a ATV safety course and gain experience riding prior to heading out to remote areas.
