Fatal Crash on Hwy 401 East of London

Tractor-Trailer Accident Claims the Life of a 24-Year-Old

Highway Closure and Investigation Ongoing

A fatal crash that occurred on Friday morning on Highway 401 east of London has left one person dead and another with life-threatening injuries. The deceased has been identified as a 24-year-old resident of London, Ontario. The highway was closed for multiple hours to allow for an OPP investigation, leading to significant traffic delays.

According to law enforcement officials, the collision involved two vehicles and occurred in the eastbound lanes. The driver of a pickup truck succumbed to their injuries at the scene. The driver of the other vehicle, a tractor-trailer, was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition.

The cause of the crash is still under investigation. OPP officers are on the scene collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. The highway has since reopened to traffic, but drivers are advised to proceed with caution and observe any posted speed limits.

The identity of the deceased has not yet been released by authorities. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.