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Highway 401 is Still Closed Near Kingston

One Dead, 28 Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a fatal multi-vehicle collision on Highway 401 near Kingston that left one person dead and 28 others injured.

The crash occurred at around 2 pm on Sunday, April 10, 2023. Police say it involved a tractor-trailer and several other vehicles, including a bus and multiple cars.

The OPP has closed eastbound lanes of Highway 401 between Odessa and Kingston. There is no estimated time for when the highway will reopen.

Police are urging motorists to avoid the area and find alternate routes.

Conclusion

The cause of the collision is still under investigation. However, police believe that speed and driver fatigue may have been factors. The OPP is asking anyone who witnessed the crash to contact them.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving and obeying the speed limit, especially on busy highways.