1 Hurt Following 3-Vehicle Crash Near Public School Northwest of Brampton

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges following a serious 3-vehicle collision near Brisbane Public School in Erin — a town northwest of Brampton — on June 1, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident took place at the intersection of Trafalgar Road and Wellington Road 124 just before 4:30pm ET on June 1.
• According to OPP, a dump truck collided with an SUV and a 4-door sedan.
• 1 of the drivers suffered minor injuries. It remains unclear which vehicle they were operating.

Investigation Updates

OPP have charged the driver of the dump truck, a 36-year-old from Brampton, with:

• Careless driving
• Failure to stop at a red light
• Failing to accurately complete a daily inspection report

🔔 Investigators are asking anyone with information on the incident, including cellphone or dashcam footage, to contact them.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following an incident like this near Brampton, you should:

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 Near Brampton

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

• Accident benefits under Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).
• Additional compensation through a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.

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