Police seek suspect who fled scene of Highway 401 crash

PUSLINCH – Police are still looking for a driver who took off on foot following a crash on Highway 401 here on Wednesday.

Wellington County OPP officials say police responded to a collision in a westbound lane of the 401 near Highway 6 North, south of Aberfoyle, on Dec. 22 at about 11:30am.

“A witness observed the operator of the vehicle fleeing from the scene into the adjacent woods,” police stated in a Dec. 23 press release.

“OPP canine and Emergency Response Team … members attended and attempted to locate the unknown driver, who remains outstanding.”

Police say anyone with information should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Tip providers may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.