At approximately 10:50 a.m. 9-1-1 Communicators tiered police, fire and paramedics to the intersection of 9th Avenue East (Highway 6/10) at 6th Street East, Owen Sound in response to a 4-vehicle collision that had just occurred.
Investigation revealed that a 2006 Smart Car travelling southbound on 9th Ave. East (Highway 6/10) disobeyed a red traffic signal, coming into collision with a Ford pick-up truck travelling westbound on 6th Street East. The Ford pick-up had entered the intersection lawfully. The force of the collision caused a chain reaction of collisions, with the Ford striking a Chevrolet pick-up truck, which collided with a Toyota Matrix.
Paramedics transported a total of 6 persons to Owen Sound Hospital. Injuries are reported as minor. The intersection remained closed for just over an hour while police investigated and the intersection cleaned. Three tow trucks removed the involved vehicles, 3 of which had major damage.
An 83-year old Williamsford resident is charged under the Highway Traffic Act for “disobey red light – fail to stop”. Police wish to thank all persons who stopped to help the involved drivers and passengers.