OPP Media Release
(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a youth following a single vehicle collision in the Town of South Bruce Peninsula.
On October 24, 2026, at approximately 11:23 a.m., members of the Grey Bruce OPP, along with local fire and emergency medical services, responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Mar Sideroad near Berford Park Road in the Town of South Bruce Peninsula.
Investigation revealed that a pickup truck had left the roadway and rolled into a ditch. The vehicle was occupied by three individuals, including one occupant who became trapped. Emergency crews successfully extricated the trapped individual.
All three occupants were transported to a local hospital for assessment and treatment of injuries.
Mar Sideroad was closed for several hours while emergency responders attended the scene and police conducted their investigation. The roadway was reopened at approximately 8:52 p.m.
A 17-year-old youth from Elora has been charged with the following offences:
-Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, contrary to Section 320.13(1) of the Criminal Code
-Fail to Wear Seat Belt, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
-Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
-Fail to Report Accident, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.
In addition, the driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 14 days.
The identity of the accused is protected under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act and will not be released.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
