RCMP are continuing to investigate after a snowmobile collision killed a woman over the weekend and injured a young girl.

On November 14, 2020, at approximately 4:15 pm, RCMP responded to a snowmobile collision at the intersection of Weir Road and Cree Road, in Thompson.

The initial investigation has determined that two snowmobiles were going north in an open field, when one of the snowmobiles went over a snowbank, lost control, and the driver and passenger were thrown from their snowmobile. 

The 37-year-old female driver was taken to hospital where she was pronounced deceased.

The 11-year-old female passenger, was taken to hospital, treated and released.

Both riders were wearing helmets and alcohol is not a factor in the collision.

Thompson RCMP continue to investigate.