3 Hospitalized After Back-to-Back QEW Crashes Near St. Catharines

Incident Details

The Toronto-bound lanes of the QEW near St. Catharines have reopened following back-to-back multi-vehicle collisions.

Crash #1

• Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that three vehicles collided near the Niagara Street overpass before 7:20am ET on July 28.
• One of the drivers was taken to hospital with “fairly serious injuries.”
• Officials charged one of the motorists with careless driving. It wasn’t disclosed if the injured driver was the one charged.

Crash #2

• Shortly after 7:36am ET on July 28, emergency crews responded to reports of a multi-vehicle collision past Welland Avenue — involved 2 tractor-trailers and 5 other vehicles.
• OPP said one of the tractor-trailer drivers failed to slow down in time to avoid colliding with traffic ahead of the vehicle. The motorist was charged with careless driving.
• 2 people were taken to hospital. In an update, officials said neither individual has life-threatening injuries.

Witnesses Sought

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

SEE ALSO
• 3 Dead Following Fiery Single-Vehicle Crash in Niagara-on-the-Lake
• Notable Toronto and GTHA Car Accidents

Legal Resources

Incidents like this highlight the importance of understanding your rights in the event you’re injured during a motor vehicle collision in Ontario — either as a driver, passenger, or pedestrian.

For those seeking more information and legal guidance, the dedicated St. Catharines personal injury lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP are here to support you.

We understand the overwhelming challenges you face after an accident and are committed to fighting for your rights.

Our compassionate and experienced personal injury lawyers offer free consultations to guide you through the legal process and ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve. Your recovery is our priority.