Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Motorcycle accident investigation Smiths Falls
2. Fatal motorcycle crash Smiths Falls area
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating the mysterious death of a man found near a motorcycle in a Leeds County ditch. The OPP released a statement detailing the limited information they have so far. The man, a 37-year-old from Lombardy, was discovered dead at the scene, with the motorcycle cold to the touch. Despite efforts by police collision investigators, no witnesses have come forward, and the cause of the single-vehicle crash remains unknown. The OPP is urging anyone with information or dashcam footage to contact the Leeds County detachment or Crime Stoppers. Stay updated on this developing story with the Ontario Provincial Police.
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1. Fatal motorcycle accident near Smiths Falls
2. Body discovered near motorcycle in Smiths Falls area
Tragic Discovery in Leeds County Ditch
Over the weekend, a tragic incident unfolded in Leeds County, Ontario, leaving authorities puzzled and seeking answers. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating the death of a 37-year-old man whose body was found near a motorcycle in a ditch off County Road 29, just south of Kinch Street, approximately 15 kilometres south of Smiths Falls.
Details of the Incident
According to reports, the OPP received a call after 5 a.m. on Sunday regarding a motorcycle discovered in the ditch. Upon arrival, officers found the motorcycle to be cold to the touch and the rider was pronounced dead at the scene. The deceased has been identified as a resident of the nearby Lombardy area, although his name has not been released to the public.
Police Investigation
Police collision investigators have been working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the tragic accident. It has been determined that the rider was travelling south at the time of the incident. However, despite their efforts, investigators have been unable to locate any witnesses or determine the exact time and cause of the single-vehicle crash.
Seeking Witnesses
In their quest for more information, the OPP is urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or captured footage on their dashcam to come forward. The Leeds County detachment and Crime Stoppers are both accepting tips and information from the public in the hopes of shedding light on this tragic event.
As the investigation continues, authorities are hopeful that additional details will emerge to provide a clearer picture of what transpired that fateful morning in Leeds County. The community is urged to come together and support the OPP in their efforts to uncover the truth behind this heartbreaking incident.
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