Driver critical following two-vehicle Hwy. 401 crash in Port Hope

Incident details

A driver has been airlifted to a Toronto-area trauma centre with life-threatening injuries after a two-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Port Hope — east of Oshawa.

• The incident took place in the eastbound lanes of the highway between Newtonville Road and Service Centre Road before 7 p.m. ET on April 20.
• Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that “technical collision investigators and reconstructionists” are assisting with the investigation.
• The eastbound lanes of Highway 401 between Newtonville Road and Service Centre Road were closed for several hours.

NORTHUMBERLAND OPP IS INVESTIGATION A SERIOUS COLLISION ON HIGHWAY 401

On April 20, 2025, just before 7:00 p.m., #NthldOPP responded to a collision on Highway 401, near Newtonville Road, in the Municipality of Port Hope. Two vehicles were involved. One driver was air-lifted to… pic.twitter.com/oxbqAb6QGh

— OPP Central Region (@OPP_CR) April 21, 2025

Investigation updates

The cause of the two-vehicle 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 call the OPP’s Northumberland detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

SEE ALSO
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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.

For those seeking legal guidance, the dedicated Oshawa and Port Hope personal injury 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.

Our compassionate and experienced personal injury lawyers offer free consultations to guide you through the legal process and ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve. Your recovery is our priority.