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Calgary police are investigating after a fatal collision in the city’s southwest on Saturday.

Police were called around 4:30 a.m. for reports of a single-vehicle crash between Richmond Road and Highway 8 S.W.

Southbound Sarcee Trail was closed at Richmond Road and northbound at 45 Street S.W.

The Calgary Police Service is investigating a traffic incident between Richmond Road and Highway 8 SW. Sarcee Trail has been closed southbound at Richmond Rd and Northbound at 45 St SW. Please find alternate routes of travel, large vehicles are advised to use Crowchild Trail. — Calgary Police (@CalgaryPolice) June 8, 2019

According to police, the collision reconstruction team was on scene for some time.

Police are also asked drivers to avoid the area.

Sarcee Trail SW has now been opened to traffic, the investigation is still ongoing if you have any information on the incident please contact the Calgary Police Service at (403) 266-1234. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. — Calgary Police (@CalgaryPolice) June 8, 2019

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