94-Year-Old Man Dead After Sedan, SUV Collide Northwest of Ottawa

A 94-year-old man is dead after a red sedan and a white SUV collided in Pembroke — a community northwest of Ottawa — on March 30, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident took place on Paul Martin Drive near Highway 17 just after 11:30am ET on March 30.
• According to Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the driver of the red sedan was pronounced dead at the scene.
• The driver of the white SUV, a 32-year-old from Laurentian Valley, was taken to Pembroke Regional Hospital. Their condition isn’t considered life-threatening.
• Officials confirmed that only the drivers were in the vehicles at the time of the head-on collision.

Investigation Updates

The cause of the fatal 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 Upper Ottawa Valley OPP at 613-732-3332.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following an incident like this in or near Ottawa, you should:

1. Avoid the accident area so that officials can safely investigate.
2. Reduce speed appropriately when passing emergency vehicles.
3. Remain vigilant when travelling past the accident area.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in Ottawa

If you’re injured in a car accident in or near Ottawa — whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to:

• Accident benefits under Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).
• Additional compensation through a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Ontario imposes strict timelines — some insurer deadlines are days after an accident. Speak to an Ottawa personal injury lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.