Grey Bruce OPP have laid charges in connection with a fatal collision in the Municipality of Meaford.
Back on March 25th, 2023, just after 1 a.m., Grey Bruce OPP officers and Grey County EMS responded to a report of a vehicle striking a pedestrian along Story Book Park Road, and upon arrival, officers found the involved vehicle had left the scene.
OPP say the pedestrian, identified as 44-year-old Ken Irvine of Kitchener, was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
Police now say, as a result of their continuing investigation, under the direction of the OPP’s Criminal Investigation Branch, they have arrested and charged a 32 year old West Grey resident with the following:
Fail to Stop at accident resulting in death – sec. 320.16(3)
Dangerous Operation Causing Death – sec. 320.13(3)
Operation while Prohibited – sec. 320.18(1)(a)
Food and Lodging Fraud – sec. 364
The accused will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice as required to answer to the charges.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.
