One person has been charged following a two-vehicle crash in Huron County.
The crash happened Thursday evening at the intersection of Gore Road and Loyal Line in the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, when police said one of the drivers failed to stop for a posted stop sign.
Injuries were non-life-threatening.
While police couldn’t confirm what led to the crash, officers are highlighting the ‘Stay Focused’ campaign that is currently running, reminding drivers to put down cell phones and pay attention to the task of driving.
In an incident on Friday morning, OPP said a police cruiser was struck from behind on Highway 401 near Merlin Road.
The 20-year-old driver is facing multiple charges.
I seriously can't make this up! #OPP cruiser struck from behind at highway speeds by a pickup on #Hwy401 near Merlin Road in #ElginCounty. Minor injuries were reported. STAY FOCUSED! #WROPP ^es pic.twitter.com/NFfjqQiTbs
— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) March 14, 2025
A quick glance at your phone can change everything. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of serious collisions, and the consequences can be life-altering—or worse.
— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) March 12, 2025
No message, call, or notification is worth risking lives. Every second your eyes are off the road,… pic.twitter.com/him7pGBzFD
