Knight Street closed southbound after truck hits overpass in Richmond, B.C.Truck hit Cambie Road overpass on Friday morning
A commercial truck’s trailer is pictured after crashing into the Cambie Road overpass on Knight Street in Richmond, B.C., on Friday. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
The southbound lanes of Knight Street have been shut down after a commercial truck hit an overpass in Richmond, B.C., on Friday.
A statement from RCMP said the truck hit the Cambie Road overpass, just south of the Knight Street Bridge, around 7:15 a.m. PT. The road closures will continue while officials confirm whether the overpass is stable.
“We do not have any timelines at the moment, but we are sympathetic to travellers. We strongly suggest re-routing,” RCMP said.
The City of Richmond said the highway falls under provincial jurisdiction, but city teams are looking at the overpass.
“City staff are working to undertake a structural examination of the bridge to ensure it is safe for traffic. That will occur throughout the day, and we hope to reopen the overpass as quickly as possible,” said a statement from the City of Richmond.
The commercial truck’s trailer ended up against the highway signs attached to the northern face of the overpass. City staff were called in to investigate the bridge’s stability after the collision. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
By mid-morning, the bed of the truck was still resting against the overpass. RCMP said they could not comment on whether the cab separated from the bed in the crash or whether it had been towed away.
Cpl. Dennis Hwang initially said the driver was co-operating with investigators.
But in a news release sent out at 3:30 p.m. PT by Richmond RCMP, Hwang said the driver of the commercial vehicle was not co-operating with them.
“It was determined that a commercial vehicle was towing a dump trailer in the raised position and it failed to clear the overpass,” Hwang said.
“The commercial vehicle was located some distance away as it was severed from the trailer unit.”RCMP said no injuries were reported and the Richmond Road Safety Unit has taken over the investigation.The RSU will be working with B.C.’s Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to conduct engineering and structural assessments of the Knight Street bridge deck, Cambie Road overpass and other nearby areas.
The royal family was rocked by a moment of unexpected drama and tension
during a high-profile royal concert last weekend, when Princess Charlotte appeared to refuse to curtsy to Queen Camilla, her step-grandmother — an act that has thrown the palace into a whirlwind of speculation and debate.
The incident occurred during the closing ceremony of the Royal Spring Gala, an event held annually to honor charity work across the United Kingdom. As the senior royals made their traditional appearance before the public,
According to multiple witnesses and video footage now circulating on social media, Charlotte
While Prince George was seen giving a brief nod, and Prince Louis was gently guided into a small bow by Catherine, Charlotte stood her ground, sparking whispers across the royal box.
Body language experts noted visible stiffness in Charlotte’s posture, while Queen Camilla’s smile appeared momentarily strained. The Queen quickly turned her attention elsewhere, but the moment did not go unnoticed — either by royal observers or by palace staff.
“Everyone felt it,” a royal insider told The Daily Mirror. “It wasn’t a simple child’s mistake. Charlotte is well-trained in protocol. If she chose not to curtsy, it was deliberate.”
In what many have called an unexpected and shockingly gracious response, Queen Camilla later addressed the incident with humor and restraint. During a private reception following the event, she was overheard telling a guest:
“She’s got spirit — just like her grandmother. I admire it more than I mind it.”
The comment, referring possibly to the late Princess Diana, was interpreted by many as Camilla attempting to downplay the perceived snub and avoid fueling public tension.
Royal commentator Lady Eleanor Fairford noted, “Camilla’s light touch saved the moment from becoming a scandal. But behind palace doors, this may have deeper implications about the dynamics within the royal household.”
While the palace has not issued an official statement, royal sources suggest that the Princess of Wales has spoken with Charlotte privately about the event. Prince William, known for keeping family matters discreet, is said to be “aware and not overly concerned,” believing the situation has been overblown by media frenzy.
Still, speculation abounds: was Charlotte sending a subtle message about loyalty to her late grandmother, Princess Diana? Or was it simply a young girl caught in a moment of uncertainty?
Either way, the monarchy’s next generation is clearly growing more visible, more confident — and perhaps, more unpredictable.
As one royal observer put it:
“Charlotte may be small, but her choices are already echoing through the halls of the palace.”
The football world is cloaked in grief, hearts heavy with a loss that feels like a theft. Real Madrid’s rising star defender, a young talent whose name burned bright on the pitch, was driving home after days of grueling training when fate dealt a cruel blow. A speeding vehicle, reckless and out of control, slammed into his car, sparking a devastating pile-up. The crash echoed through the night, a chaotic tangle of metal and shattered dreams. Rescue teams raced against time, their sirens a desperate plea, but moments later, authorities confirmed the heartbreaking truth: the young star’s light had been extinguished.
He wasn’t just a defender; he was a promise, a kid whose boots carried the hopes of a city. At Real Madrid, his tackles were fierce, his vision sharp, his presence a spark that lit up the Bernabéu. Barely in his twenties, he’d already carved a path—maybe a local lad from Madrid’s streets or a gem scouted from afar—his skill hinting at a future captain. Off the pitch, he was a son, a friend, maybe a dreamer who loved late-night talks or quiet moments with family. His smile, caught in post-match interviews, was a glimpse of a heart full of fire and joy.
The night was ordinary until it wasn’t. Exhausted from training, he was likely replaying drills in his mind, the road ahead familiar, leading him home. Then, in a flash, the speeding car tore through that calm. The impact was merciless, triggering a chain of collisions that left the highway a graveyard of twisted steel. Emergency crews fought through the wreckage, their hands trembling as they searched for life. But the young defender, whose strength had stopped strikers cold, couldn’t stop this. The news of his fate hit like a hammer, leaving teammates and fans stunned.
On X, the football world poured out its sorrow. Clips of his last match—maybe a sliding tackle that saved a goal, a precise pass that sparked a counterattack—flooded timelines, each one a tribute to his brilliance. “Not him,” one fan wrote, sharing a photo of him celebrating, arms wide, eyes alight. Another posted a video of his debut, young and fearless, captioned, “Gone too soon.” The outpouring reflects a player who wasn’t just talented but loved, his hustle on the pitch a mirror of the passion he inspired.
What caused this tragedy? A reckless driver, a moment’s distraction, a failure of fate? Investigators are sifting through the debris, but no answer will bring him back. His family—parents, siblings, perhaps a partner—face a void that words can’t touch. Real Madrid, a club that’s seen legends rise, now mourns one who was just beginning. On X, fans share memories: his first goal, his grin after a clean sheet, his quiet nod to the crowd. “He was our future,” one writes, paired with a clip of him training, relentless and alive.This loss shakes the game to its core. A young defender, poised to carry Real Madrid’s legacy, is gone, his story cut short on a highway that should’ve led home. His teammates—stars like Vinícius, Bellingham—must feel the weight of an empty locker, a missing spark. The Bernabéu will cheer again, but it’ll feel hollow for a while. To his family, to his club, to the fans who saw themselves in his fight: we’re with you, grieving, holding tight to the kid who played with heart. The pitch may be silent, but his legacy—his tackles, his dreams—will echo forever. Rest easy, young star. You’ll always be part of the game.