Update – City of Kawartha Lakes OPP – Fatal Collision

In Police Blotter

Simcoe Street – Names Released

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have released the identities of both deceased drivers in a fatal motor vehicle collision on Simcoe Street in Mariposa Township.

On October 9, 2021, at approximately 12:25 p.m., a northbound passenger vehicle passed unsafely and collided head-on with a southbound passenger vehicle on Simcoe Street, at Brock Concession Road 6, in Mariposa Township.

Both drivers, who were lone occupants in their respective vehicles, were pronounced deceased at the scene.

The deceased have been identified as Joseph DUCHESNE, 32 years of age, of Oakville, and Mark WALLACE, 57 years of age, of Durham Region.

The road was shut down for several hours while officers were on scene investigating.

Aggressive driving is dangerous and a leading causal factor in fatal motor vehicle collisions on OPP-patrolled roads.   

Racing, stunt driving, speeding, following too closely, unsafe lane changes and road rage are all forms of aggressive driving that place drivers, passengers, cyclists and pedestrians at risk.    

Motorists are reminded to slow down on roadways. Speeding is not worth the loss of a life. Dangerous drivers can be reported to OPP by calling 1-888-310-1122 or 9-1-1 in an emergency.

The OPP remains committed to saving lives on roadways, waterways and trails.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Video – Patriotic Pedestrian Belts Out the National Anthem During Evening Performance in Downtown Cobourg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nMAiFfHqts A patriotic pedestrian sang the Canadian anthem loud and proud on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. At approximately 9:25 p.m. a

Read More...

Durham Region Police – Organized Auto Theft Trafficking Investigation Results in Five Arrests and More than 100 Charges

Five suspects have been arrested and charged in connection with Project Egypt, an investigation targeting an organized auto theft

Read More...

Northumberland OPP – Police Respond to Suspicious Person

On September 17, 2025, at approximately 1:55 p.m., members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu