A stolen vehicle caused chaos on Highway 401 in Mississauga as it flipped onto its roof, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, when the driver of a stolen vehicle lost control and crashed into a guardrail, causing the car to flip over onto its roof. The vehicle then slid across multiple lanes of traffic before coming to a stop.
According to police, the driver of the stolen vehicle fled the scene on foot, leaving behind a passenger who sustained minor injuries in the crash. The passenger was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The incident caused significant delays on the busy highway, with all eastbound lanes being closed for several hours as emergency crews worked to clear the scene and investigate the crash.
Police are currently searching for the driver of the stolen vehicle and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
This is not the first time a stolen vehicle has caused chaos on the roads. In fact, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada, car theft is on the rise in Canada, with an average of over 85,000 vehicles being stolen each year.
In light of this incident, authorities are reminding the public to take precautions to prevent car theft, such as locking their vehicles and not leaving valuables in plain sight.
As the investigation into this incident continues, commuters are advised to plan their routes accordingly and to exercise caution while driving on Highway 401.
