NRP Investigating Fatal Collision in Welland Canal

Monday, 8 June 2020 12:56

By Marcie Culbert

One man is dead and a woman had to be airlifted to hospital after a car crashed into the Welland Canal.

It happened close to the Allanburg Bridge early this morning.

A 28-year-old woman was trapped inside the car, but she was able to swim to shore. She currently remains in hospital with serious injuries.

Police found the man’s body and the car hours later. His identity has not been released.

An investigation is underway. Anyone with information can contact Niagara Regional Police by calling 905-688-4111, dial option 3 and use badge number 9472.

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NRP Investigating Fatal Collision in Welland Canal

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