High-speed street racing crash shuts down Hwy. 403 in Mississauga, teen charged

Incident details

A street racing incident led to a crash on Highway 403 in Mississauga, closing the eastbound lanes and causing significant traffic disruptions. The collision occurred near Erin Mills Parkway at approximately 7 p.m. on Sunday.

• The crash involved two vehicles, with OPP reporting that all eastbound lanes, including the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane, were completely blocked due to the collision.
• Traffic in the area was heavily impacted, and authorities urged drivers to take alternate routes.
• Footage obtained by INsauga shows vehicles speeding along the shoulder of Highway 403 moments before the crash. An eyewitness reported being passed by two vehicles while traveling at a speed of 110 km/h, highlighting the dangerous nature of the street racing that may have contributed to the collision.

Investigation update

The OPP confirmed that speed was a factor in the crash, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. One individual suffered minor injuries. Additionally, an 18-year-old has been charged with failure to comply with demand (refusal to provide a breath sample).

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