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Three-Vehicle Collision in Guelph Leaves Only Minor Injuries
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Crash Details
Around 8 a.m. on Thursday, a pickup truck and an SUV entered the intersection of Victoria Road South and Stone Road East in Guelph. The SUV struck the pickup, rolled onto its roof, and then collided with a van that was stopped at a red light. The impact caused significant vehicle damage but resulted in only minor injuries. The pickup driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries; the SUV driver and the occupants of the van reported no injuries.
Police Action
Guelph police released a statement confirming the incident and charging the SUV driver, a 22-year-old Guelph woman, with making an unsafe turn. The charge reflects the police assessment that the maneuver directly led to the SUV’s loss of control and the subsequent rollover.
Traffic Management and Cleanup
Both Victoria Road South and Stone Road East remained open after the crash, though lane reductions were implemented while crews cleared debris and removed the overturned SUV. The cleanup allowed traffic to resume normal flow once the damaged vehicles were towed and the intersection was inspected for safety.
Safety Context
The intersection is a known high-traffic junction where multiple vehicle movements converge during morning commute hours. While the crash caused only minor injuries, the event underscores the importance of cautious turning maneuvers at busy crossings, especially when visibility may be limited by traffic signals and surrounding traffic. Police emphasized that adherence to traffic signals and proper turning techniques are essential to prevent similar incidents.