Steinbach emergency crews were called to what appears to be a serious collision approximately one mile west of Mitchell.

Stars air ambulance has been called to the scene. Expect traffic delays in the area as Highway 52 is completely blocked off with traffic being diverted onto gravel roads. The status of those involved in the collision is unknown at this time. We will have more information as it becomes available.

*Updated at 12:30 P.M.*

RCMP officers at the scene say a total of four vehicles were involved in the collision.

A traffic analyst has been called to investigate the collision and the highway will most likely be closed to traffic until at least 3:30 P.M. Friday.