The incident occurred on July 20 along Highway 1 near Piapot, in the southwest part of the province. Alfred Pratt, 21, was the only person in his SUV to survive the collision, according to authorities. He was not alone in the vehicle when it veered into the opposite lane and collided with another vehicle, officials said.
The Pratt family members who died were Carol Pratt, 49, who was Alfred’s mother, and Jim Pratt, 75, as well as Judy Pratt, 72, who were Alfred’s grandparents. The fatalities occurred during a week that the family had spent together in Calgary before traveling home to Estevan.
Alfred Pratt remains hospitalized, described by local authorities as the lone survivor of the crash. Family members, who have not been named in detail by investigators, gathered at the hospital as they awaited any information on his condition and recovery.
Police said the crash remains under investigation, with investigators examining factors such as vehicle condition, road conditions, and possible contributing circumstances. There have been no public statements detailing the cause of the crash or the involvement of other drivers beyond that one other vehicle that was part of the collision.
Community members in Estevan and the surrounding area have expressed condolences for the Pratt family, noting the sudden loss of three relatives and the ongoing concern for Alfred’s health. Officials did not provide a timetable for updates on his condition, emphasizing that details will be shared as they become available.
This incident underscores the dangers of rural highways and the impact such crashes have on families and small communities, as residents rally to support those affected while the investigation continues. Further information from Saskatchewan police is anticipated as the case is reviewed.