Critical Accident on Craig Street
Late Wednesday on Craig Street near Hamilton Road, a grave collision occurred involving a motorcycle and an SUV, as reported by the Ontario Provincial Police of Russell County. The motorcyclist tragically lost their life at the scene, declared deceased around 9:30 p.m. Meanwhile, the SUV operator received medical attention for significant injuries that, fortunately, were not life-threatening.
Details and Wider Impact
Police disclosures noted the motorcyclist was driving with a revoked license. This incident marks the second fatal motorcycle accident in the Ottawa region within a single week, intensifying concerns over vehicular safety in the area. Earlier, on May 10th, another young motorcyclist perished in a collision at the intersection of Prince of Wales and Rideau Valley drives.
Appeal for Information
The stretch of Craig Street from Hamilton to Boundary Road was temporarily closed but reopened early Thursday as investigations proceeded. Officials are appealing to the public for any video or eyewitness accounts of the event. Insights from these could critically aid in reconstructing the event’s lead-up. Community members with relevant information are encouraged to reach out to the Russell County OPP at 1-888-310-1122, mentioning reference number E240606784.