Two people suffered serious injuries when a van struck a motorcycle on Chemin Royal in the municipality of Saint‑Laurent‑de‑l'Île‑d'Orléans on Tuesday, July 19, 2026. The collision prompted the Sûreté du Québec to shut the road while investigators examined the scene.
According to officials, the van and the motorcycle were traveling in opposite directions when they collided on the historic Chemin Royal, a route that winds along the island’s shoreline. Emergency services were called to the site and transported the two injured parties to a nearby hospital for treatment. Paramedics provided on‑scene medical assistance before transporting the victims.
Sûreté du Québec officers arrived shortly after the crash, secured the area and began a preliminary investigation. The police department announced that the road would remain closed until it was deemed safe for traffic and the investigation was complete.
The temporary closure of Chemin Royal affected local traffic, with drivers being redirected to alternative routes. No additional vehicles were reported to be involved, and no further injuries were recorded.
Authorities have not released details about the cause of the collision, but the investigation will focus on factors such as speed, visibility and compliance with traffic regulations. The Sûreté du Québec said it will issue updates as the inquiry progresses.
The two victims remain in serious condition, and family members have been notified. The incident adds to recent safety concerns on the island’s road network, though officials emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and no conclusions have been drawn at this time.