Richmond RCMP Alert: Pedestrian Involved in Collision on Steveston Highway
On March 14, 2026, Richmond RCMP responded to a collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on Steveston Highway, in the area of Mortfield Gate between No. 3 Road and No. 4 Road in Richmond, British Columbia. The incident led to a full closure of this stretch of Steveston Highway, affecting all traffic lanes and local bus service while police managed the scene.
Police have since confirmed that Steveston Highway has been reopened to the public. Although traffic has returned to normal, investigators are still working to clarify the circumstances of the collision and are asking anyone who witnessed the event or has relevant information to come forward and assist.
Official Incident Details
The following information has been released by Richmond RCMP in relation to this incident:
- File Number: 2026-8021
- Incident Type: Motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian
- Location: Steveston Highway between No. 3 Road and No. 4 Road, near Mortfield Gate, in the City of Richmond, BC
- Road Impact (Initial): Complete closure of this section of Steveston Highway
- Transit Impact: All traffic lanes and bus routes using this corridor were affected during the closure
- Current Road Status: Steveston Highway in the affected area has re-opened to the public
Request for Witnesses and Public Assistance
CrimeCanada.ca is urging anyone who may have seen this collision, or who has dashcam footage or other relevant details, to contact police. Community assistance is often critical in helping investigators reconstruct the sequence of events in serious vehicle–pedestrian collisions.
- If you witnessed the collision or were in the area of Steveston Highway between No. 3 Road and No. 4 Road when it occurred, you are asked to speak with investigators.
- If you have dashcam video or other recordings from that timeframe and location, police would like to review this material.
- Please reference the official RCMP file number 2026-8021 when you call.
Contact for information and witnesses:
- Richmond RCMP non-emergency line: 604-278-1212
- Please quote: File 2026-8021
While this incident occurred in Richmond, similar road safety concerns affect communities across British Columbia. For broader context on regional risk and public safety trends, residents can explore crime and safety data for comparable communities such as Spences Bridge, British Columbia crime and safety statistics or review patterns in other smaller B.C. areas like Stequmwhulpa 5, British Columbia crime statistics.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
Vehicle–pedestrian collisions are a serious public safety concern in British Columbia and across Canada. Incidents like this highlight the importance of cautious driving in mixed traffic areas, especially near residential neighbourhoods, bus stops, and intersections. From CrimeCanada.ca’s perspective, every community member—drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians—plays a role in preventing similar events.
We encourage drivers to reduce speed on busy corridors such as Steveston Highway, remain alert for pedestrians crossing or entering the roadway, and avoid distractions at all times. Pedestrians should use marked crossings where available, make eye contact with drivers before stepping into traffic, and stay visible at night or in poor weather. Promptly reporting collisions and providing witness information helps law enforcement identify risk factors and supports better road safety planning for the wider community.
Official Source & Community Safety
This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the british-columbia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.
Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.