Updated October 1, 2026: Two Tsawwassen First Nation Elders were killed and two other people remain in critical condition after a vehicle struck four pedestrians in the parking lot at Tsawwassen Mills in Delta, British Columbia.
The collision happened shortly after 10:25 a.m. on September 30, while Tsawwassen First Nation was holding a Truth and Reconciliation Walk nearby. The event ended early after the incident.
In an October 1 update, the Delta Police Department said both Elders were pronounced dead at the scene. The two other people who were struck were airlifted to hospital and remain in critical condition.
The names of the Elders have not been released. Police said investigators are working with the BC Coroners Service and supporting the affected families.
What police have confirmed
- A vehicle struck four pedestrians shortly after 10:25 a.m. on September 30, 2026.
- Two victims, both Elders of Tsawwassen First Nation, died at the scene.
- Two other people were airlifted to hospital and remain in critical condition.
- The driver received medical care, spoke with investigators and was later released from hospital.
- No charges had been sworn as of the police update on October 1.
No indication the collision was intentional
Delta Police said there is currently no information suggesting the collision was intentional. Investigators are examining whether a medical emergency experienced by the driver before the collision may have been a contributing factor.
The department also said the collision was not related to the Truth and Reconciliation Walk taking place on Tsawwassen First Nation lands at the time. Police reported no ongoing risk to public safety.
The investigation remains active, and police have not yet reached a final conclusion about the cause.
Tsawwassen First Nation responds
In a statement issued September 30, Tsawwassen First Nation said it was deeply saddened and asked the public to respect the families and the continuing response. The Nation also thanked Delta Police, emergency responders and community members who provided assistance.
The deaths came on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, a day that honours residential school Survivors, the children who never returned home, and their families and communities.
Powwow Times extends condolences to the families, loved ones and Tsawwassen First Nation community, and holds the two injured people in our thoughts.
Police appeal for witnesses and video
Anyone who witnessed the collision, saw the vehicle on the Tsawwassen Mills property before the collision, or has relevant cellphone, surveillance or dash-camera footage is asked to call Delta Police at 604-946-4444 and reference file 26-18401.
Support is available
The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day at 1-866-925-4419. The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate support for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people at 1-855-242-3310 or through online chat.
Editor’s note: The featured image is a symbolic memorial created for this report. It is not a photograph of the victims or the collision. Powwow Times will update this story as verified information is released by Tsawwassen First Nation or Delta Police.
