52-Year-Old Man Dead After Jeep Compass, Acura MDX Collide in Hamilton

Hamilton police are investigating a fatal collision involving a Jeep Compass and a 2022 Acura MDX on Feb. 16, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident took place on Wilson Street West at the Highway 403 eastbound exit ramp just after 7:30pm ET on Feb. 16.
• According to Hamilton police, the driver of the Acura MDX, a 52-year-old man, was pronounced dead in hospital. The condition of his passenger in the front seat, a 43-year-old woman, isn’t considered life-threatening.
• The driver of the Jeep Compass, a 29-year-old woman, is in stable condition following the crash.

Investigation Updates

The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Speed, weather, and impairment are being examined as potential factors.

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

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following a crash like this in Hamilton, police 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.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in Hamilton

If you’re injured in a car accident in Hamilton — 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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