The train crossing by the North Bridge was closed for some hours last week after an SUV collided with a train.
A bright, rising sun may have been a contributing factor in the collision, say Ponoka RCMP of the Wednesday, Oct. 8 collision that occurred at approximately 8 a.m.
Don Pederson, 75, was lucky to have received minor injuries after his Chevy Tahoe collided with a train. The train crossing arm and the front end of the SUV received extensive damage but otherwise there were no serious injuries in the collision.
Traffic was rerouted for some hours and the matter is still under investigation. Emergency crews, including the Ponoka Fire Department, police and EMS were called to the scene.
Minor injuries in rollover
An 18-year-old driver was charged with stunting last week after rolling a vehicle.
The rollover occurred just north of Ponoka Secondary Campus on the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 8.
There were minor injuries in the incident and EMS was not needed after the Oldsmobile Alero rolled.
Stolen bikes an issue
Police remind residents to lock up their bicycles as there have been numerous reports of stolen bikes over the week.
If you have information on any crime call Ponoka RCMP at 403-783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.