Woman, OPP Officer Hurt After Crash Southwest of Brantford

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU), Ontario’s police watchdog, has invoked its mandate following a serious collision between an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) cruiser and a Honda CRV in Simcoe — a community southwest of Brantford — on April 15, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident took place at the intersection of Norfolk Street North and Riverside Road, just north of Queensway West/East, around 1:30pm ET on April 15.
• According to officials, the driver of the Honda CRV — a 77-year-old woman — was initially taken to a local hospital with serious injuries. She’s since been airlifted to the trauma centre at Hamilton General Hospital.
• The OPP officer involved in the crash sustained minor injuries.

Investigation Updates

The cause of the collision remains under investigation.

🔔 Anyone with information on the incident, including cellphone or dashcam footage, is asked to contact the SIU.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following an incident like this in Ontario, 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 Ontario

If you’re injured in a car accident in Ontario — whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to:

• Accident benefits under the province’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 Ontario personal injury lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.