Car Accidents

41-year-old dead, struck by vehicle south of Owen Sound

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Incident details

A 41-year-old pedestrian is dead after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 6 and 10, south of Owen Sound.

  • The incident took place just before 9 p.m. ET on Dec. 17.
  • Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said the pedestrian was rushed to hospital where they were later pronounced dead.
  • The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with police.
  • The highway was temporarily closed between Story Book Park Road and Grey Road 18

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 at 1-888-310-1122.

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