OTTAWA, Ontario — A deadly traffic collision in rural south Ottawa has claimed the life of at least one person and left another seriously injured, prompting a major emergency response and an active police investigation on Tuesday afternoon.
According to preliminary information from law enforcement, the crash occurred earlier in the day and involved multiple vehicles. Witness accounts circulating online suggest that a motorcycle and at least one passenger vehicle may have been part of the collision, though officials have not yet confirmed the exact circumstances.
The Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigation Unit has taken over the scene and is conducting a detailed examination. Investigators are expected to carry out collision reconstruction, collect physical evidence, and review any available video footage as they work to determine how the crash unfolded and what factors may have contributed.
Police have confirmed that one individual was pronounced dead at the scene, while another person sustained serious injuries and was transported to hospital for treatment. The identities of those involved have not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.
There is also the possibility that Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) could become involved, depending on the findings and circumstances surrounding the incident. Officials have indicated that this decision will be made following further assessment and formal reporting.
Emergency crews remain on-site, and authorities are advising motorists to avoid the area as road closures and traffic disruptions continue. Police are also appealing to the public for assistance, asking anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dashcam or surveillance footage to come forward to help investigators piece together what happened.
The incident has once again highlighted the dangers present on rural roadways, where higher speeds and limited visibility can lead to devastating outcomes. As the investigation continues, more information is expected to be released by police.
This story is developing and will be updated as additional details become available.