2 Dead, 1 Critical Following Tractor-Trailer Crash on Hwy. 400 in Vaughan

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal collision involving a ride-sharing vehicle and a tractor-trailer on Highway 400 in Vaughan on Dec. 7, 2025.

What Happened?

• The incident took place in the northbound lanes of the highway approaching Teston Road around 3:45am ET on Dec. 7.
• According to OPP, the driver of the ride-sharing vehicle, a 50-year-old man from Toronto, has been rushed to a trauma centre in critical condition. His 2 rear passengers — 30-year-old men from Bradford — were pronounced dead at the scene.
• No injuries were reported for the driver of the tractor-trailer.

Fatal collision: NB #Hwy400 closed at Major Mac.
Two vehicle collision – car vs tractor trailer approaching Teston Rd.
3 occupants in car, the driver, a 50-year-old from Toronto, taken to hospital where he remains in critical condition. Two rear passangers, both 30 years old,… pic.twitter.com/dQUY2R1CFV

— OPP Highway Safety Division (@OPP_HSD) December 7, 2025

Investigation Updates

The cause of the fatal collision remains under investigation. OPP Sgt. Kerry Schmidt said officials believe the driver of the ride-sharing vehicle “possibly” lost control while trying to exit Highway 400 at Teston Road.

🔔 Investigators are asking anyone with information on the incident, including cellphone or dashcam footage, to contact them.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following a serious incident like this on Highway 400, police urge drivers to:

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 Vaughan

If you’re injured in a car accident in Vaughan — 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.

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