One dead in New Brunswick highway collision after driver swerved to avoid moose
Posted Apr 14, 2026 04:21:32 PM.
Last Updated Apr 14, 2026 04:23:08 PM.
FREDERICTON — New Brunswick RCMP say they believe a fatal crash Monday evening north of Saint John was caused by a driver attempting to avoid a moose.
Mounties say the driver of a southbound vehicle on Highway 7 swerved to avoid the moose, crossed into the opposing lane and struck a northbound vehicle head on.
A 31-year-old man who was driving the northbound vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police say the driver who swerved to avoid the moose was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
A representative of the New Brunswick Coroner’s Office is assisting with an ongoing investigation.
Police say an autopsy will be conducted to determine the man’s exact cause of death.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 14, 2026.
Eli Ridder, The Canadian Press
