Police investigating dramatic and destructive crash in Torbay

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is investigating a crash on Torbay Road in Torbay late Friday night. Shortly before midnight, a northbound car struck a utility pole near Kelly’s Lane, bringing live wires down across the road and vehicle. The car’s occupants fled on foot. Police, firefighters and Newfoundland Power crews responded, and Torbay Road was closed between Kelly’s Lane and Pine Line while crews dealt with the scene.