2 Hospitalized After 3-Vehicle Collision Near Port Perry Baptist Church

2 people have been taken to hospital following a serious 3-vehicle crash near Port Perry Baptist Church — north of Oshawa, Ont. — on May 19, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident took place around Highway 7A and Island Road before 7am ET on May 19.
• Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that 2 drivers were taken to hospital. Their condition isn’t considered life-threatening.
• A photo of the scene shows significant front-end damage to 2 of the vehicles involved in the crash.

Collision:
– #Hwy7A and Island Rd. #PortPerry
– Time: 6:54 a.m.
– #WhitbyOPP are investigating a 3 vehicle collision.
– Two drivers were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
– #Hwy7A has reopened in both directions. ^tk pic.twitter.com/wjeT2Vu1Be

— OPP Highway Safety Division (@OPP_HSD) May 19, 2026

Investigation Updates

The cause of the 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 OPP.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following an incident like this in Port Perry, 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 Port Perry

If you’re injured in a car accident in Port Perry — 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 Oshawa personal injury lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.