Ottawa police have confirmed that a worker died after a tire ruptured at an auto shop in Kanata on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred at a vehicle repair facility in the Kanata area of Ottawa. Police were called to the scene at approximately 2:30 p.m. on May 12, 2026. The worker, whose identity has not yet been released, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Ontario Ministry of Labour has been notified and is investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. No further details have been provided at this time.
