Watrous police are on the scene of a fatal vehicle collision near Simpson.

They say that shortly before 1:00pm, a motorcycle and car collided near the junction of Highways 2 and 15.

The male driver of the motorcycle was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. Injuries to those in the car are presently unknown.

Investigations will continue with assistance from the RCMP traffic analyst department.

Traffic will be rerouted for the next several hours while work is being conducted. Police ask that you avoid the area completely, if possible.