A tragic incident involving a mountain bike occurred in Saint-Elzéar, Beauce, resulting in the death of a woman in her mid-forties. The accident took place on a private trail on Saturday afternoon.
Details of the Fatal Mountain Bike Accident
The authorities received a call at approximately 1:30 PM, reporting an accident on Beaurivage Road in the Chaudière-Appalaches region. Upon arrival, officers from the Sûreté du Québec found a woman trapped under an all-terrain vehicle (ATV).
Victim’s Condition
The woman was discovered in a “very critical” condition, as reported by Sergeant Bilodeau, a spokesperson for the police. Unfortunately, her death was confirmed at the scene.
Investigation Underway
In the aftermath of the accident, the road has been closed to the public to allow investigators to assess the situation. Key questions remain unanswered, including whether the victim was driving the ATV alone or if she was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the incident.
- Location: Saint-Elzéar, Beauce
- Time of accident: Approximately 1:30 PM
- Victim: Woman in her mid-forties
- Vehicle involved: All-terrain vehicle (ATV)
Troubled witnesses and family members of the victim are expected to be interviewed by authorities in the coming hours to gather more information.
