Man, 72, dead after ATV crash; 2 men charged with drunk driving causing death
Two Men Charged with Drunk Driving Causing Death After ATV Collision in Annapolis County
Two men have been charged with drunk driving causing death after a tragic incident in Annapolis County where two ATVs collided, resulting in the death of a passenger who was ejected and then had one of the ATVs roll on top of him.
According to a news release from the RCMP, the authorities were alerted to the incident on Heartland Road in West Dalhousie, N.S., around 4:40 p.m. AT on Saturday.
Upon arrival at the scene, police found two ATVs in a ditch with several people gathered around them.
The victim, a 72-year-old West Dalhousie man, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
Details of the Drivers
The driver of the first ATV is a 53-year-old man from Carleton Corner, N.S. He sustained minor injuries in the collision and has been taken into custody pending a court appearance scheduled for Monday.
The driver of the second ATV, a 49-year-old West Dalhousie man, was arrested at a nearby residence shortly after the incident. He has since been released and is expected to appear in court at a later date.
It was noted by the police that there was a third ATV present at the scene, but it was determined not to have been involved in the collision.
With the tragic consequences of this ATV collision, it serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of responsible behavior when operating any type of vehicle. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time.
