WINNIPEG, Manitoba — A taxi driver in his 40s and his passenger in his 50s have died following a serious collision involving a taxicab and a sedan in Winnipeg’s North End.
The crash occurred on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the intersection of Aberdeen Avenue and Salter Street. According to the Winnipeg Police Service, officers responded to the scene at approximately 5:30 a.m. The two men were taken to hospital in critical condition but later died from their injuries despite life-saving efforts.
The fatal collision has prompted a police investigation, with investigators identifying speed and driving behavior as possible contributing factors.
How the Fatal Collision Happened
Investigators from the Winnipeg Police Service Traffic Division determined that the sedan was travelling westbound on Aberdeen Avenue when it collided with a taxicab travelling southbound on Salter Street.
The impact caused extensive damage to both vehicles, leaving them too damaged to be driven.
The driver of the sedan, a woman in her late teens, and an adult passenger sustained minor injuries. Both survived the collision, according to police.
Authorities have not publicly announced any charges in connection with the incident. Investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash to establish what happened before the vehicles collided.
Speed and Driving Behavior Under Investigation
Police believe speed and the manner of driving may have contributed to the collision.
The Traffic Division is leading the investigation, which includes examining the circumstances of the crash and gathering information that could help investigators determine how the collision occurred.
Although police have identified potential contributing factors, the investigation remains ongoing. No final determination of responsibility should be made before investigators complete their work and any relevant legal proceedings take place.
The identities of everyone involved have been established, police said.
Taxi Driver’s Death Leaves Colleagues Grieving
The death of the taxi driver has also affected colleagues in Winnipeg’s taxi industry.
An official with Duffy’s Taxi previously described the driver as a respectful and professional employee who had worked for the company for nearly a decade. The official also said the driver had a wife and two teenage children.
The loss highlights the risks faced by professional drivers who spend long hours on the road transporting passengers and serving the public.
The passenger’s death is another devastating consequence of the collision, which claimed two lives and left the occupants of the other vehicle injured.
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Video Evidence
Winnipeg police are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has information that could assist the investigation to come forward.
Investigators are particularly interested in obtaining video surveillance footage or dashcam recordings that may show the vehicles before or during the collision.
Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Traffic Division at 204-986-7085.
Members of the public who may have travelled through the intersection around the time of the crash are encouraged to review any available footage and share relevant material with investigators.
Investigation Continues
The fatal crash has renewed attention on road safety in Winnipeg, particularly the importance of obeying traffic signals, adjusting speed to road conditions and remaining alert at intersections.
Police have not yet released a final account of the events leading to the collision. Further details may emerge as investigators continue gathering evidence and reviewing information from witnesses and other sources.
For the families of the two men who died, the immediate impact is a profound personal loss. For investigators, the priority remains establishing the circumstances of the crash and determining whether further action is warranted.
The Winnipeg Police Service has urged anyone with information to assist with the ongoing investigation.
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