The Upper Ottawa Valley OPP is investigating a fatal collision in North Algona Wilberforce Township that occurred on September 26, 2024. The accident, which happened around 4:00 p.m. on Highway 41 at Walsh Road, involved a motorcycle and a farm tractor.
Emergency services quickly arrived, and the motorcycle driver was transported to the hospital by ambulance. Sadly, they died shortly after. The driver of the farm tractor was not injured.
As a result of the crash, Highway 41 is closed between Mountain Road and Hewitts Corner Road, with local detours in place.
Officers are continuing to investigate the scene, with help from the OPP Collision Reconstructionist and Technical Collision Investigation (TCI) teams. More details will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area and follow detour signs.
(Written by: Kyle Robinson)