Three deceased following multi-vehicle collision
Our Traffic Section continues to investigate a multi-vehicle collision in northeast Calgary that resulted in three fatalities and left one person with life-altering injuries.
At approximately 1:10 p.m., on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, a City of Calgary transit bus was travelling northbound in the 800 block of Saddletowne Circle N.E., approaching the intersection of 80 Avenue N.E.
It is believed the bus struck a truck travelling in the same direction. The truck entered an adjacent lane, where it sideswiped a SUV before continuing forward and striking the rear of a box truck.
The bus continued northbound and struck the rear of a sedan, pushing the vehicle through the intersection.
The sedan then travelled toward Saddletowne Circle N.E., where it struck a truck. Both vehicles eventually came to rest.
The bus continued northbound and struck the rear of a second City of Calgary transit bus. Both buses travelled a short distance following the collision before coming to a stop.
During the collision, the natural-gas tanks on the second bus ignited. The second bus continued forward before striking a sedan.
Within seconds, the fire intensified resulting in an explosion and significant fire inside the bus.
Three passengers on the second bus were found deceased. Two have since been identified and their next of kin have been notified. Efforts to identify the third individual remain ongoing.
The driver of the second bus was able to exit the vehicle. The driver of the first bus was transported to hospital with life-altering injuries.
The remaining drivers involved in the collision were either uninjured or sustained minor injuries.
As a result of the multi-vehicle collision, 16 people sustained minor injuries, including an officer who is now recovering at home.
At this time, it is too early to determine whether impairment, speed or distraction contributed to the collision. All possible factors remain under investigation.
Anyone who was affected by witnessing this incident is encouraged to connect with our Victim Assistance Support Team (VAST) by calling 403-428-8398 or toll-free at 1-888-327-7828.
VAST is a free service provided to victims of crime and tragedy. More information is available at: https://www.calgary.ca/cps/community-programs-and-resources/victims-of-crime/victim-assistance-support-team.html
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police by calling 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers through any of the following methods:
TALK: 1-800-222-8477
TYPE: www.calgarycrimestoppers.org
APP: P3 Tips
Case #: CA26474612/5336