OPP: Deadly Canada Day long weekend on roads, water
Seven people died on OPP-patrolled roads over the Canada Day long weekend (June 29 to July 2).
Five drivers, one passenger and one pedestrian were among the victims in seven separate collisions.
It also proved to be a tragic weekend off the road, with three people drowning and two people dying in marine incidents in OPP jurisdictions.
The OPP’s Aggressive Driving campaign kept officers busy on roads, with officers laying close to 7,000 speeding charges and more than 170 stunt/racing charges for driving more than 50km/h over the posted speed limit.
Police are reminding the public to make safety the first priority on roads, waterways and trails this summer.
