CHILLIWACK RCMP are investigating a fatal collision involving a single vehicle that occurred on Friday, December 26 at approximately 10:22 p.m. at the intersection of Yale Road and Banford Road.

A 27-year-old male from Chilliwack was the lone occupant and lost control, striking a power pole. While alcohol is not believed to be a factor in this accident, speed may be a contributing factor.

Chilliwack Fire Department and BC Emergency Health Services attended the scene; however, the man was pronounced deceased. The next of kin have been notified.

The area was closed for several hours while Chilliwack RCMP, supported by a collision analyst investigated the accident.

Chilliwack RCMP continue to investigate and ask anyone with additional information or dashcam footage to contact the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611 and reference file number 2025-54519.