A suspected impaired driver has been apprehended by authorities after causing a crash involving a wrong-way vehicle on Highway 407.
According to reports, the incident occurred on Sunday evening when a vehicle was seen traveling in the wrong direction on the eastbound lanes of Highway 407 near Highway 400. The vehicle then collided with another car, causing significant damage to both vehicles.
Emergency services were immediately called to the scene and the suspected impaired driver was taken into custody. The driver of the other vehicle involved in the crash was also treated for minor injuries.
The eastbound lanes of Highway 407 were temporarily closed as police investigated the scene and cleared the wreckage. The highway has since been reopened to traffic.
The identity of the suspected impaired driver has not been released at this time. It is unclear if any charges will be laid in connection with the incident.
This is not the first time a wrong-way driver has caused chaos on Ontario’s highways. In 2019, a similar incident occurred on Highway 400, resulting in multiple injuries and one fatality.
Authorities are reminding drivers to always remain vigilant and to never drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol. They also urge anyone who witnesses a wrong-way driver to immediately call 911 and report the incident.
As the investigation into this incident continues, we will provide updates as they become available. Stay tuned for more information.
