1 Dead, 15 Hospitalized After Major Hwy. 401 Collision in Cambridge

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal multi-vehicle collision on Highway 401 near Puslinch Golf Club in Cambridge on July 11, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident — involving 9 vehicles — took place in the eastbound lanes of the highway near Townline Road around 12:30pm ET on July 11.
• According to OPP, 16 people were taken to hospital. Unfortunately, 1 of the injured individuals, a 44-year-old man from Kitchener, was later pronounced dead.
• All eastbound lanes of Highway 401 were temporarily closed near Townline Road.

Investigation Updates

The cause of the fatal multi-vehicle 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 Cambridge, 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 Cambridge

If you’re injured in a car accident in Cambridge — 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 a Kitchener-Waterloo personal injury lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.