1 person hurt after horse-drawn buggy crash south of Mount Forest
Incident details
The driver of a horse-drawn buggy is seriously hurt following a collision with a vehicle south of Mount Forest.
- Before noon ET on Feb. 18, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) posted on X (formerly Twitter) that Highway 6 was closed between Sideroad 2 West and Sideroad 4.
- The horse pulling the buggy was also reportedly hurt during the crash. The severity of the animal’s injuries weren’t disclosed.
- No physical injuries were reported for the driver of the vehicle.
- Motorists were asked to avoid the area.
COLLISION: #WellingtonOPP is on scene with a collision involving a motor vehicle vs horse drawn buggy. Hwy 6 closed between Sideroad 2 W to Sideroad 4. And Sideroad 3, from Concession 11 to Concession 8. Emergency crews on scene. Please stay clear of the area. @wellingtncounty… pic.twitter.com/lkedLZchdp
— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) February 18, 2025
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.
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Legal resources
Incidents like this highlight the importance of understanding your rights in the event you’re injured during a motor vehicle collision in Ontario — either as a driver, passenger, or pedestrian.
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