By Laura Keil

Highway 5 was closed in both directions 10 km north of Valemount due to a fatal vehicle collision, Sun. Feb 1st. The hwy was closed until midday Feb 2nd; a detour was available.

British Columbia Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement Toni Kristinsson, 40, is reported to have died at the scene of the crash, which involved a vehicle and a transport truck.

Officer Kristinsson had served with Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement for three years. He is survived by his wife, son, and sister, according to the Officer Down Memorial Page website.