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Dennis Katsnelson

In a remarkable display of quick thinking and bravery, a Canadian truck driver skillfully maneuvered his vehicle off the road and plunged into a wooded area to evade a potentially catastrophic head-on collision with a pickup truck. The Canadian police have recently released a gripping dash cam video capturing this heart-stopping moment, which serves as a testament to the driver's life-saving actions. The footage, made public by the Elk Valley RCMP on Thursday, August 31, showcases the harrowing incident that took place on August 30 near Galloway along Hwy 3. Authorities believe that the timely response of the professional driver operating the loaded transport likely spared the life of the pickup truck driver who was at imminent risk.

Startled viewers can witness the near miss in the video below, where the truck driver's split-second decision to take evasive action by steering his vehicle into the adjacent wooded area is truly awe-inspiring. By veering off the road, he successfully averted what could have been a devastating head-on collision.

Regrettably, the driver of the offending pickup truck did not stop after causing the dangerous situation and remains unidentified. The Elk Valley RCMP is actively seeking any information from witnesses or those who may have relevant tips regarding the incident. If you have any details that could aid in identifying the pickup truck or its driver, kindly reach out to the Elk Valley RCMP at 250-425-6233.