A serious car accident in Mississauga has left six people injured and a youth in custody.
The collision, which involved multiple vehicles, occurred on Monday evening at the intersection of Hurontario Street and Eglinton Avenue.
Emergency services were called to the scene and six people were taken to the hospital with varying degrees of injuries. The extent of their injuries is currently unknown.
According to witnesses, the accident was caused by a youth who was driving recklessly and ran a red light at the intersection. The youth’s vehicle collided with several other cars, causing a chain reaction.
The youth, whose identity has not been released, was taken into custody by police. It is unclear at this time what charges they may face.
The intersection was closed for several hours as police investigated the scene and cleared the wreckage. It has since been reopened to traffic.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of following traffic laws. The consequences of such actions can be severe and can result in serious injuries or even death.
Police are urging anyone with information about the accident to come forward and assist with their investigation.
In the meantime, the community is sending their thoughts and prayers to those injured in the accident and hoping for a speedy recovery.
