Car Accidents

Driver critical following head-on collision northeast of Belleville

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Incident details

A driver has been rushed to hospital following a head-on collision in the Township of Tyendinaga — northeast of Belleville.

The incident took place on Shannonville Road between Shannon Road and Scuttlehole Road before 7:30 p.m. ET on Feb. 5.

“One person had to be extricated from a vehicle by firefighters,” Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

“The lone occupant of one vehicle was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries. The three people in the other vehicle suffered only minor injuries.”

Investigation updates

The cause of the head-on 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 that you’re injured during a motor vehicle collision in Ontario — either as a driver, passenger, or pedestrian.

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

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

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