Waterloo Regional Police have laid charges in an ongoing fatal collision investigation.
On June 15, 2026, at approximately 10:10 a.m., emergency services responded to reports of a serious collision between a vehicle and a lawn tractor on Clyde Road in North Dumfries Township.
The driver of the lawn tractor, a 51-year-old North Dumfries Township male, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the vehicle, a 16-year-old Cambridge female, reported no physical injuries.
As a result of the investigation, on July 1, 2026, the vehicle driver was arrested and charged with:
- Dangerous operation causing death
- Speeding- 191 km/h in a 50 km/h zone
- Stunt driving (two counts)
The accused was held for a bail hearing.
Three passengers in the vehicle, Cambridge youths aged 15, 16, 17, were also arrested and charged with two counts of Fail to Comply with Release Order.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact WRPS’ Traffic Services Unit at 519-570-9777, extension 8856.
(Press Release: Waterloo Regional Police Service, July 1, 2026)
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