Serious crash closes part of Wayne Gretzky Drive: EPS

Emergency vehicles on Wayne Gretzky Drive and 118 Avenue on March 25, 2026. (Dave Mitchell/CTV News Edmonton)

Traffic was redirected in central Edmonton after a crash involving a police cruiser Wednesday afternoon.

Edmonton police said Wayne Gretzky Drive lanes were closed at 118 Avenue due to a “serious” crash.

A white vehicle with front bumper damage was at the intersection of Wayne Gretzky Drive and 118 Avenue as of 4 p.m. Wednesday.

An Edmonton police cruiser was also at the intersection with what appeared to be damage to the passenger door.

Traffic heading west on 118 Avenue was diverted to 119 Avenue. Southbound traffic from Wayne Gretzky Drive was moved to 124 Avenue.

Police asked drivers to avoid the area.