Investigation ongoing into fatal crash near Guelph
Authorities are investigating a single-vehicle crash that resulted in four fatalities and left two individuals injured, one with life-altering injuries.
A single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning near Guelph, Ontario, has resulted in four fatalities and two injuries. The Wellington OPP, along with fire and paramedic services, responded to the incident shortly after 1:30 a.m. on Watson Road South. According to police, six individuals were in the vehicle when it left the roadway, struck a guardrail, and entered a ravine.
The deceased include two 19-year-old men from Mississauga and Brampton, a 17-year-old girl from Mississauga, and a 15-year-old girl from Milton. A 17-year-old female and a 16-year-old male, both from Mississauga, were transported to the hospital, with the former sustaining life-altering injuries and the latter suffering non-life-threatening injuries.
Insp. Karen Medeiros, detachment commander for Wellington OPP, stated that the investigation is complex and ongoing, with no determination yet on the exact circumstances of the crash. She noted that investigators are looking into potential contributing factors, including speed and seatbelt use, and mentioned that there may not have been enough seatbelts for all occupants. Authorities are urging anyone with information or relevant footage to contact the OPP.