Car Accidents

OPP Investigating Serious 2-Vehicle Crash on Hwy. 8 Near Fairview Park

Emergency crews on the scene of a collision on Highway 8 near Fairview Park in Kitchener, Ont. (Photo: @OPP_HSD / X/Twitter)

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a serious 2-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer on Highway 8 near Fairview Park in Kitchener on Oct. 20, 2025.

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What Happened?

  • The incident took place before noon ET in the northbound lanes of the highway before the Fairway Road off-ramp.
  • In a post on X (formerly Twitter), OPP said the tractor-trailer experienced a “fuel leak” due to the collision.
  • No injuries have been reported at this time.


Investigation Updates

The cause of the collision remains under investigation. It’s unclear if charges are pending.

🔔 Anyone with information on the incident, including cellphone or dashcam footage, is asked to contact the OPP.


Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following a serious highway incident like this in Kitchener, police urge drivers to:

  1. Avoid the accident area so that officials can safely investigate.
  2. Reduce speed appropriately when passing emergency vehicles.
  3. Remain vigilant when travelling past the accident area.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in Kitchener

If you’re injured in a car accident in Kitchener — whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to:

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Ontario imposes strict timelines — some insurer deadlines are days after an accident. Speak to Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.

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