Deadly garbage truck crash shuts down Highway 401 in Pickering
Deadly garbage truck crash shuts down Highway 401 in Pickering
A 44-year-old man died after a garbage truck crashed on Highway 401 in Pickering early on Sunday. The collision caused the vehicle to roll over near the Whites Road exit, leading to hours of lane closures during the investigation.
The crash happened at around 7 a.m. when the truck lost control and overturned. The driver was ejected from the cab and later pronounced dead in hospital. A passenger in the truck suffered only minor injuries.
Ontario Provincial Police closed the westbound collector lanes for several hours while examining the scene. Investigators are now looking into the cause, including whether a mechanical failure played a role. A full vehicle inspection is underway.
The incident disrupted traffic for hours as authorities worked at the site. Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash. The results of the vehicle inspection will help determine if mechanical issues contributed to the accident.
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