Driver Going the Wrong Way on Hwy. 17 Leads to Head-On Collision
Sudbury, Ontario
– A head-on collision on Highway 17 near Sudbury on Wednesday evening has sent multiple people to hospital, including one with life-threatening injuries. According to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), a vehicle was reported driving the wrong way on the highway at around 7:30 p.m. Officers attended the scene and found the wrong-way vehicle had collided head-on with another car. The driver of the wrong-way vehicle is believed to have been impaired by alcohol. The driver of the second car suffered life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to a trauma center in Sudbury. Other occupants in both vehicles were also injured and taken to hospital. “Impaired driving is one of the most serious threats to road safety,” said OPP Constable Joe Knight. “This incident is a tragic reminder of the devastating consequences of making the decision to drive while impaired.” The OPP has closed a section of Highway 17 in both directions while they investigate the collision. Traffic is being rerouted. Witnesses are asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
Additional Information:
* The name of the driver of the wrong-way vehicle has not been released. * The cause of the wrong-way driving is still under investigation. * Charges are pending against the driver of the wrong-way vehicle. * The highway is expected to remain closed for several hours.
Advice to Drivers:
* Never drive while impaired by alcohol or drugs. * If you see a wrong-way vehicle, call 911 immediately. * Be aware of your surroundings and other vehicles on the road. * Drive responsibly and obey the speed limit.
Sudbury News: Driver Going the Wrong Way on Hwy. 17 Leads to a Head-on Collision
Sudbury, ON
– On [date], a driver traveling the wrong way on Highway 17 led to a serious head-on collision. The incident occurred near the intersection of Falconbridge Road in the early hours of the morning. According to witnesses, a vehicle was traveling southbound in the northbound lanes of Hwy. 17. A head-on collision occurred between the wrong-way driver and an oncoming vehicle. Paramedics and emergency crews were called to the scene. The driver of the wrong-way vehicle sustained serious injuries and was transported to hospital. The condition of the other driver is not yet known. The highway was closed in both directions for several hours while police investigated the crash. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Police are asking anyone with information to contact the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of obeying traffic laws and driving safely. It is essential to pay attention to road signs, follow speed limits, and never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.