Crews respond to two-vehicle collision on Sparta Line in Central Elgin. Photo courtesy of OPP West Region via Twitter.Crews respond to two-vehicle collision on Sparta Line in Central Elgin. Photo courtesy of OPP West Region via Twitter.
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Serious crash in Central Elgin results in minor injuries

By Rebecca Chouinard
May 27, 2023 - 5:09pm

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say only minor injuries were suffered in a collision between a tractor and pickup truck on Sparta Line.

The crash happened Saturday afternoon, temporarily closing the two-lane roadway in Central Elgin.

Elgin County OPP, Central Elgin Fire Rescue, and Elgin-St. Thomas Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to the scene.

Injuries were not serious.

Police urged drivers to pay attention on the road and provide slow moving vehicles with adequate space if attempting to pass.

The road re-opened around 4:30 p.m.

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