On February 16, 2025, at around 5:20 a.m. OPP were already on the scene of a collision on Highway 401 westbound in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand along with fire crews. While at the location, a tractor trailer collided with a parked fire truck and came to a stop off the roadway. There were no injuries reported.
A 58-year-old male from Markham, was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:
– Careless driving
– Fail to move into another lane for emergency vehicle or tow truck – if safe to do so.
The individual is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.
This incident highlights the critical need for drivers to remain alert and give emergency vehicles the space they need to operate safely at collision scenes. Failing to do so not only endanger first responders but also compromises their ability to assist those in need. Police urge all motorists to slow down, move over, and exercise caution when approaching emergency scenes to prevent incidents like this from happening.
Video – Fire Chief Pleads with Transport Drivers to Slow Down After Fire Truck Struck On Highway 401
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
