5 Hospitalized After Pickup Truck, Unmarked OPP Cruiser Collide in Peterborough

An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer and 4 civilians have been taken to hospital following a collision in Peterborough on Oct. 19, 2025.

What Happened?

• The incident — involving a white pickup truck and an unmarked OPP cruiser — took place near Highway 7/Highway 115 and Television Road before 2pm ET on Oct. 19.
• Some of the individuals involved in the collision sustained minor injuries, while others were taken to hospital as a “precautionary measure.”
• The intersection of Highway 7/Highway 115 and Television Road was closed for several hours.

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 OPP.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following a crash like this in Peterborough, 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 Peterborough

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

• Accident benefits under the 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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