A 33-year-old man is recovering in hospital after a serious collision with a tractor trailer in a commercial parking lot in South Glengarry Township on Tuesday night.
Incident Details and Police Investigation
The Ontario Provincial Police reported that the incident occurred at approximately 10 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The man was walking within a business parking lot located on Boundary Road when he was struck by the large vehicle.
Officers from the Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) detachment responded to the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital with injuries that have been described by police as non-life-threatening.
Appeal for Witnesses and Information
The SD&G OPP have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision. Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the event or has relevant information to come forward.
Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with individuals who may have been in the area or who possess dashcam footage from around the time of the incident. The OPP has provided multiple ways for the public to submit tips:
- Contact the SD&G OPP directly at 1-888-310-1122.
- Provide an anonymous tip to Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
- Submit information online through the Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers website.
Location and Context
South Glengarry Township is a municipality located roughly 100 kilometres east of Ottawa. The area features a mix of residential, agricultural, and commercial properties, with Boundary Road being a known thoroughfare.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in shared spaces, particularly in parking lots where large commercial vehicles and pedestrians can intersect. The investigation by the Ontario Provincial Police is ongoing as they work to determine the precise sequence of events that led to the collision.
