OPP investigating fatal Hwy. 401 collision near Quinte West

Incident details

Two people in their 20s and an infant are dead following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 401 near Quinte West.

• Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say emergency crews responded to a crash in the westbound lanes of the highway just after County Road 40 interchange around 1:15 p.m. ET on Nov. 9.
• According to officials, a minivan collided with the rear of a tractor trailer.
• A 25-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman from Quebec were pronounced dead at the scene.
• Two children in the minivan , a four-year-old and an eight-month-old, were rushed to hospital.
• While the four-year-old child remains in serious condition, the eight-month-old succumbed to their injuries.
• No injuries were reported for the driver of the tractor trailer.

Investigation updates

The cause of the collision remains under investigation.

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

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Legal resources

This tragic incident highlights the importance of understanding your rights in the event that you’re injured during a motor vehicle accident in Ontario.

For those seeking legal guidance, the dedicated Quinte West and Belleville car accident lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP are here to support you.

We understand the overwhelming challenges you face after a motor vehicle accident and are committed to fighting for your rights.

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