A man lost his life on August 28, 2026 when his vehicle was struck by a 53‑foot semi‑truck on Route 132 near Sainte‑Angèle‑de‑Mérici. The collision occurred at the junction of de la Vallée Boulevard and Route 132, according to a report from the Sûreté du Québec. The incident resulted in a single fatality.
The Sûreté du Québec confirmed that the semi‑truck involved measured 53 feet in length. No additional vehicles or injuries were reported in the statement. The location of the crash is on a stretch of Route 132 that passes through the community of Sainte‑Angèle‑de‑Mérici, a small municipality in the province of Quebec.
Authorities identified the man as the sole occupant of the vehicle that was hit. Details regarding the make, model, or condition of the man's vehicle have not been released. The semi‑truck driver and any passengers, if present, were not mentioned in the report, and no further information on their condition has been provided.
The Sûreté du Québec is responsible for investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. While the exact cause of the crash has not been disclosed, the agency will likely examine factors such as road conditions, vehicle speed, and driver actions to determine why the two vehicles made contact.
The fatal accident adds to the record of traffic incidents on Route 132, a major roadway that serves both local and through traffic in the region. The road’s length and the presence of large commercial vehicles, such as the 53‑foot semi‑truck involved, underscore the importance of safety measures for all road users.
Police investigators are expected to continue their inquiry, and further updates may be released as additional information becomes available.