Investigators with the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit are seeking witnesses and have charged a diver, following a fatal motor vehicle collision in the City of Markham.
On November 11, 2024 at approximately 7:45 p.m., York Regional Police responded to a motor vehicle collision in the area of Highway 7 East and Reesor Road. Through investigation it was learned that a sport utility vehicle (SUV) had crossed the centre line striking a hatchback travelling in the opposite direction.
The 68-year-old male driver of the hatchback suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced on scene.
The passenger of the hatchback was transported to hospital with serious injuries.
The driver of the SUV was arrested and transported to hospital with serious injuries.
CHARGED: - Carolyn NIELSEN, 42, of the City of Kitchener
| CHARGES: - Dangerous Operation Causing Death
- Dangerous Operation Cause Bodily Harm
- Impaired Operation Cause Death
- Impaired Operation Cause Bodily Harm
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Investigators are appealing to any witnesses who have not yet spoken with police, and to anyone who may have dashcam footage of the area around the time of the collision, to please come forward.
Video can be uploaded through this link: https://yrp.ca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/24-359371 or by scanning this QR code:
We are not giving up. Together with our partners and our community, we continue the fight against impaired driving. If you see a driver you suspect is impaired, call 9-1-1. We will respond to these calls through our Safe Roads: Your Call program. If you consume alcoholic beverages or drugs, do not get behind the wheel. Ensure you always have a plan to get home safely. Road safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Information can be provided to the Major Collision Investigation Unit by calling 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7704. Anyone wanting to provide information anonymously can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or provide a tip online at www.1800222tips.com.
Visit our Community Safety Data Portal for complete stats and crime data within York Region. Crime prevention is our shared responsibility. Learn more about Operation Streetview.
Prepared by: Constable James Dickson
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November 13, 2024
