Recent Serious and Fatal Collisions in Southwestern Ontario (Hamilton to Windsor)
September 1 – October 7, 2025
Across Southwestern Ontario, from Hamilton through London and Windsor, police have responded to a series of devastating collisions in recent weeks. Some have been fatal, others caused life-altering injuries, and nearly all are still under investigation. In each case, investigators have emphasized how vital community cooperation can be — even a few seconds of video or a passing observation can help reconstruct what happened and bring clarity to families waiting for answers.
Here is summary of the serious and fatal collisions reported in this region since early September. If you or someone you know witnessed any of these incidents, please consider reaching out to the investigating police service.
Motorcyclist Fatally Injured at Upper James Street and Mohawk Road in Hamilton on October 2, 2025
Hamilton Police Service reported a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Upper James Street and Mohawk Road that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist. Investigators are appealing for witnesses and any video that shows the approach to the intersection, traffic-signal sequences, and turning movements by either vehicle.
Serious Collision on Mohawk Road in Hamilton on September 13, 2025
Hamilton Police Service attended a late-evening collision in the Mohawk Road area and launched a serious-injury investigation. Officers requested that drivers and residents in the vicinity review dash-camera and exterior-camera footage for speed, lane position, lighting, and any unusual driving immediately before the impact.
Fatal Vehicle Collision at Hanna Street East & Windsor Avenue in Windsor on September 23, 2025
Windsor Police Service advised that an eastbound vehicle reportedly went through a stop sign at Hanna Street East and struck a northbound vehicle on Windsor Avenue, with one of the vehicles then hitting a pedestrian on the sidewalk. The collision was being treated as a fatal investigation, and police requested witnesses and video from the surrounding area.
Hit-and-Run Collision Injuring a Motorcyclist in Windsor on September 25, 2025
Windsor Police Service announced an arrest following a fail-to-remain collision that left a motorcyclist with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators are still seeking additional witnesses and any relevant recordings to complete the chronology of events.
Fatal Collision Involving a Scooter on Beckworth Avenue in London on September 17, 2025
London Police Service responded to a serious collision in the east end involving a motor vehicle and a scooter. The investigation was updated as a fatal-collision file, and police asked for information from anyone in the area with direct observations or footage that could clarify the sequence of events.
Special Investigations Unit-invoked Collision at William Street and Queens Avenue in London on September 10, 2025
The Special Investigations Unit reported that a London Police Service officer attempted to stop a pickup truck because a person was in the bed of the truck. The driver fled, and a collision occurred with a sport utility vehicle at William Street and Queens Avenue. Any third-party video of the route taken or of the intersection moments before impact may assist this independent investigation.
Serious Pedestrian Collision in Cambridge on September 24, 2025?
Waterloo Regional Police Service advised that a pedestrian was struck by a Chevrolet motor vehicle in the area of Grand Avenue and Queens Square. The Traffic Services Unit later reported that a driver had been charged. Police asked anyone with dash-camera footage or eyewitness details to come forward to assist with the reconstruction.
Single-Vehicle Rollover Collision in Wellesley Township on September 17, 2025
Waterloo Regional Police Service responded to a rollover involving a Dodge Caliber on Hessen Strasse Road. The investigation was categorized as a serious collision, and officers requested local residents and motorists to review and submit any recordings that might show contributing factors such as speed, lane drift, or road conditions.
Cyclist Fatality on County Road 20 in Kingsville on September 17, 2025
Members of the Kingsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police, along with fire and paramedic services, responded to a collision between a cyclist and a passenger vehicle on County Road 20 west of McCain Side Road. The cyclist later died. The Ontario Provincial Police requested witnesses and any video that captures the roadway approach and lighting conditions that evening.
Serious Two-Vehicle Collision at County Road 34 and County Road 18 in Kingsville on September 10, 2025
The Ontario Provincial Police reported a serious collision that closed intersections in Kingsville while investigators examined the scene. Officers asked anyone who drove through the corridor around that time to provide dash-camera video, even if it captures only the minutes leading up to the impact.
Cyclist Who Later Died Following a Collision on Saint Clair Street in Chatham on September 15, 2025
According to local reporting, a cyclist was struck by a tractor-trailer on Saint Clair Street and was transported with life-threatening injuries before later dying in hospital. Police sought witnesses from the busy mid-day period and any commercial or household cameras that might show vehicle movements and traffic flow.
Single-Vehicle Collision on Creek Road near Maynard Line in Chatham-Kent on September 21, 2025
Chatham-Kent Police Service reported that emergency responders were dispatched after an automatic crash alert indicated a vehicle had left the roadway and struck a home. Investigators asked neighbours and passing motorists to check cameras for the vehicle’s path of travel before impact.
Highway 401 Collisions in Chatham-Kent on September 10, 2025
Regional news reported closures and subsequent reopening on Highway 401 westbound at Kent Bridge Road following a collision. Ontario Provincial Police asked highway users for dash-camera footage capturing traffic conditions, lane changes, and any stopped or slow-moving vehicles leading up to the crash.
Serious or Fatal collisions in Hamilton that occurred just before September 1, 2025
Hamilton Police Service issued a late-August advisory after a two-vehicle collision on Upper Centennial Parkway in which one vehicle caught fire, leading to a fatality. If you have footage or observations from travel through that corridor in early September that might capture the same drivers or vehicles, investigators may still wish to hear from you.
Why community cooperation matters after serious crashes
Every serious collision in this region represents a chain of human stories — families disrupted, first responders tested, and investigators working to reconstruct moments that changed lives. While officers rely on scene evidence and technical reconstruction, community cooperation often provides the missing context. A single dash-camera clip or memory of what happened just before impact can reveal crucial timing, clarify responsibility, or even exonerate a driver wrongly accused.
Across Hamilton, London, Windsor, and the communities in between, Ontario police services have repeatedly emphasized how much they depend on members of the public to share what they know. Your insight — no matter how small — may help another family find closure or allow justice to be done.
If you have any information about these or other serious collisions in Southwestern Ontario, contact the investigating police service directly. You can also reach out to Auger Hollingsworth Injury & Accident Lawyers for help understanding how to provide your evidence properly and protect your rights if you or a loved one were involved in a crash. Our team is available seven days a week to answer questions and ensure your voice — and your information — are handled with care.
