Two Drivers Pronounced Dead at Scene of Afternoon Crash
A tragic head-on collision on Wednesday afternoon has claimed the lives of two individuals near Brockville, Ontario. The incident occurred on County Road 29, just northwest of the city in the vicinity of New Dublin Road.
Leeds County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports of a serious two-vehicle crash just before 2:30 p.m. on December 31, 2025. Upon arrival, officers discovered a devastating scene.
The drivers of both vehicles were pronounced dead at the location. They have been identified as a 66-year-old woman from Smiths Falls and a 66-year-old man from Markham, Ontario. A passenger involved in the collision sustained injuries described by police as non-life-threatening.
Highway Closure and Ongoing Police Investigation
The aftermath of the fatal crash led to a significant road closure that extended into Wednesday evening. County Road 29 was shut down between Burnbrae Road and Murray Road to facilitate a thorough investigation.
The Leeds OPP detachment is leading the probe with specialized support. The OPP East Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team has been called in, bringing technical collision investigators and a collision reconstructionist to the scene to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Authorities have not released any preliminary details regarding what may have led to the vehicles colliding head-on. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Police Appeal to Public for Information
In an effort to piece together the events leading to the tragedy, the OPP is appealing to the public for assistance. Investigators are particularly interested in obtaining any dashcam footage from motorists who were traveling on County Road 29 around the time of the incident.
Anyone with information that could aid the investigation is urged to contact the Leeds County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Individuals should reference the police incident number E251748330 when calling.
This fatal crash marks a somber end to the year for the Leeds County community and serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety.
