The view looking south on Dillon Road approaching Fifth Line. (Photo courtesy of Google Maps)The view looking south on Dillon Road approaching Fifth Line. (Photo courtesy of Google Maps)
Chatham

Crash claims Blenheim man's life

Chatham-Kent police are still investigating after a 65-year-old Blenheim man died in a single vehicle crash on Dillon Road.

Police said emergency crews were called to the scene near Fifth Line at around 8 a.m. Wednesday.

Officers said their investigation showed that a vehicle had been heading south on Dillon Road when the driver failed to complete a right hand turn onto Fifth Line.

Police said the vehicle went off the road and into a nearby ditch.

A 65-year-old Blenheim man was pronounced dead at the scene and the Traffic Unit is taking the lead in the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Lisa Rodger at [email protected] or 519-355-1092.

Overhead view of the intersection of Dillon Road and Fifth Line. (Photo courtesy of Google Maps)Overhead view of the intersection of Dillon Road and Fifth Line. (Photo courtesy of Google Maps)

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