OPP cruiser. File photo by Blackburn News.

OPP cruiser. File photo by Blackburn News.

UPDATE: Police reopen local roadway following crash

By Ryan Drury

March 10, 2023 - 4:34pm

Police have confirmed that a multi-vehicle collision that closed Blyth Road has now been cleared.

A CKNX listener called in to relay that a pick-up truck and van were involved in a crash on Blyth Road, east of Walton, earlier this morning (March 10). The OPP have officially confirmed via Twitter that Blyth Road is now open between North Line and Brussels Line. There are no details yet regarding any injuries. Officers and EMS were on-scene.

More details as they are made available by police.

ROAD CLOSURE: Following a motor vehicle collision, Blyth Rd is closed between North Li and Brussels Li #Brussels. ^bm
— OPPCommunicationsWR (@OPP_COMM_WR) March 10, 2023

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