MISSISSAUGA — Two people were killed and three others were taken to hospital after a collision on Highway 401 on Wednesday morning, provincial police said.
Where and when the crash occurred
Ontario Provincial Police reported the collision happened in the eastbound express lanes of Highway 401 near Dixie Road shortly before 9 a.m. The incident closed portions of Highway 401 eastbound for several hours; police later said the lanes have reopened.
Victims and injuries
Police identified two people who died at the scene as a 53‑year‑old woman and an 80‑year‑old man, both from Cambridge, Ont. Three other people were transported to hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening, OPP said.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Highway 401 eastbound express lanes, near Dixie Road |
| Time | Shortly before 9 a.m., Wednesday |
| Fatalities | 2 (53-year-old woman; 80-year-old man, both from Cambridge) |
| Injured | 3, taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries |
Investigation and public appeal
OPP investigators are examining the crash. Authorities have asked anyone who saw the collision or has information to contact police to assist with the inquiry.
"Anyone who witnessed the collision has been asked to contact investigators."
Local impact
The eastbound express lanes carry significant commuter traffic; the closure affected travel during the morning period. Motorists using that corridor should continue to expect delays during incidents and allow extra travel time or use alternate routes when possible.
- Police have not released further details about the cause of the crash.
- Investigators will determine contributing factors such as speed, vehicle actions and road conditions.
- Witnesses are asked to contact the OPP to help with the ongoing investigation.
This account is based on information released by the Ontario Provincial Police and an initial report from The Canadian Press.
