Highway 19 and 153 Street SW reopen after 2-vehicle collision: Edmonton police

An Edmonton Police Service shoulder badge in Edmonton on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

By CityNews Staff

Posted June 2, 2025 6:20 pm.

Last Updated June 2, 2025 8:26 pm.

Edmonton police say Highway 19 and 153 Street SW near the RAD Torque Raceway has reopened after being closed due to a serious collision.

EPS says an investigation is underway, saying two vehicles were involved.

The road was closed for just over three hours, and motorists were advised to consider alternative routes.

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