The Saanich Police Department is investigating a serious collision that has forced the closure of the northbound lanes of the Patricia Bay Highway.
Police said the crash occurred north of Quadra Street. As officers investigate, the northbound lanes of the highway are closed between Quadra Street and Royal Oak Drive.
The closure is expected to remain in place for the foreseeable future, according to police.
Motorists are being asked to avoid the area, use alternate routes and expect delays while the investigation continues.
Erin Haluschak has been a journalist in British Columbia since 2008. She has worked in print, magazines and online spaces and is a mentor with Digital Women Leaders through the Online News Association…
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