A white RV trailer that was being towed by a pickup that was involved in a fatal collision in Fanny Bay. (Photo supplied by B.C. Highway Patrol)
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Port Alberni man charged following fatal highway collision near Fanny Bay in 2025

Nathan Maley
By Nathan Maley

A man has been charged following a fatal collision near Fanny Bay last year. 

The crash happened on July 31, 2025, when a pickup truck towing a recreational vehicle trailer collided with multiple vehicles and killed a man who was standing on the side of Highway 19A. 

The B.C. Prosecution Service approved three charges against a 61-year-old Port Alberni man on June 24: 

  • impaired driving causing death  
  • driving with a blood alcohol concentration over 80 milligrams per cent causing death  
  • obstruction of a peace officer  

The man was arrested on July 13 and remains in custody pending bail hearings, according to the B.C. Highway Patrol. 

The charges have not been tested in court.

Nathan Maley
Nathan Maley
Born and raised in Nanaimo, Nathan is passionate about sharing local stories with the communities where he grew up. When he’s not working, he can often be found on the court playing ball hockey, spending time with friends and family, or relaxing with a good movie.

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