Man, 32, dies after single-vehicle crash in Northam area: P.E.I. RCMP

A 32-year-old Tyne Valley, P.E.I., man is dead following a single-vehicle crash in the Northam area of western P.E.I.

RCMP say emergency crews were dispatched around 7:00 a.m. Monday after an iPhone crash detection call on Route 132 (Northam Road).

Police believe a car crossed the center line and went into the ditch on the opposite side of the road.

The driver was alone in the car, and no other vehicles were involved in the incident.

Police said impairment is not believed to be a factor.

The driver was treated by Island EMS and Tyne Valley Fire Department members and taken to hospital where he later died of his injuries.

The PEI Coroner’s office and RCMP are investigating the incident.

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