Kamloops RCMP say no criminal charges are going to be laid in connection to a fatal collision just outside Thompson Rivers University last year involving three members of the TRU men’s volleyball team.

Instead, the driver of the vehicle will face penalties under the Motor Vehicle Act.

It concludes a nearly year-long investigation into the crash, in which Owyn McInnis lost his life, while his team mates Riley Brinnen and Owen Waterhouse were seriously injured, with both of them suffering life-altering injuries.

Kamloops RCMP say their investigation has determined there was no criminality for the BC Prosecution Service to act upon.

“As part of the in-depth investigation, specialty RCMP units were utilized from the onset, including the support of the Southeast District Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service. All available evidence was pursued in order to present a complete charge recommendation package,” said Kamloops RCMP in a release.  “The BC Prosecutive Service reviewed the Report to Crown Counsel and concluded that the evidence supported a charge under Section 144 of the MVA, driving without due care and attention.”

In concluding the investigation, the head of the Kamloops RCMP detachment did take time to acknowledge the expectations surrounding their investigation.

“We understand that many people have been impacted by this tragedy, and our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and those in the community who have been affected,” said Superintendent Jeff Pelley, Officer in Charge of the Kamloops RCMP Detachment. “It’s important for me to acknowledge the significant work of our investigators, the witnesses, community partners, and the families involved who allowed us to establish the facts and circumstances that resulted in such tragic loss. We remain committed to supporting the families impacted as we advance forward.”

The RCMP went on to say it will have no further comment while this matter is before the courts.