34-Year-Old Amy Wang Killed in Wrong-Way Collision on Highway 1 in Burnaby

BURNABY, British Columbia — Amy Wang, 34, also known as Layla, and a friend were killed in a multi-vehicle head-on collision on Highway 1 in Burnaby, British Columbia, late Tuesday evening, September 23, 2026.

Emergency services and law enforcement dispatched multiple units to the scene following reports of a severe crash. According to preliminary reports and information released by Wang's family, Wang and her friend were passengers inside an Uber vehicle traveling along Highway 1 when an allegedly impaired wrong-way driver struck their vehicle head-on. Wang and her friend sustained fatal injuries and were pronounced deceased at the scene by responding paramedics. The Uber driver sustained critical injuries and was transported to a local trauma center, while the driver of the wrong-way vehicle survived without reported injuries.

Official Status and Law Enforcement Investigation

The collision remains under active investigation by regional law enforcement and crash reconstruction units. Investigators are reviewing evidence to determine the circumstances leading up to the vehicle entering Highway 1 in the wrong direction, with charges pending formal investigative findings.

To assist with financial and logistical burdens, Wang's family established a GoFundMe campaign to cover funeral arrangements and direct emergency financial relief to her parents. In their public message, the family extended sincere gratitude to the first responders and witnesses who assisted at the scene, while issuing an urgent warning to the public against impaired driving.

Community Tributes and Family Tributes

Amy Wang’s sudden passing at age 34 has brought grief to her parents, brother, sister-in-law, two nephews, extended relatives, and friends across Greater Vancouver. Loved ones remembered Wang for her vibrant personality, deep faith, and devotion to her family. Information regarding formal public memorial services, church tributes, and funeral schedules will be announced as arrangements are completed by her family.