75-Year-Old, 28-Year-Old Dead After Head-On Crash North of London

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal head-on collision involving 2 vehicles that occurred north of London on March 5, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident took place on Highbury Avenue North between Thirteen Mile Road and Fourteen Mile Road around 7:40pm ET on March 5.
• According to OPP, both drivers were rushed to hospital in critical condition.
• Unfortunately, the drivers — a 75-year-old from St. Thomas and a 28-year-old from Georgian Bluffs — succumbed to their injuries and were later pronounced dead.

Investigation Updates

The cause of the fatal head-on collision remains under investigation.

🔔 Anyone with information on the crash, including cellphone or dashcam footage, is asked to contact the OPP.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following a crash like this near London, OPP urge drivers to:

1. Avoid the accident area so that officials can safely investigate.
2. Reduce speed in areas with high pedestrian activity.
3. Remain vigilant when navigating intersections.
4. Schedule a FREE consultation with an Ontario personal injury lawyer when it’s safe to do so.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in London

If you’re injured in a car accident in or near London — 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 Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.