RCMP on scene of fatal crash in Maple Ridge

The coroner is on scene and four people have been taken to hospital after a multi-vehicle crash in Maple Ridge Sunday.

The coroner is on scene and four people have been taken to hospital after a multi-vehicle crash in Maple Ridge Sunday.

CTV News has reached out to the RCMP for more information about fatalities, the number of vehicles involved, and the number of people injured.

A spokesperson for BC Emergency Health Services said crews were called to the area of Dewdney Trunk Road and 224 Avenue at 10:17 a.m. Four ambulances and one supervisor were sent to the scene and four people were taken to the hospital by paramedics.

Photos of the aftermath show at least five cars involved, some with extensive damage that has crushed the front and rear ends. A dislodged bumper and hood could be seen strewn in the intersection along with several tires.

TransLink was diverting buses and drivers have been asked to avoid the area.

This is a developing story on CTV News, check back for updates.