Recent collision in West Perth leads to impaired driving charges

A 63-year-old Richmond Hill man has been arrested and charged following a collision in West Perth.

Perth OPP say a commercial motor vehicle left the roadway shortly after 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, and collided with multiple hydro poles. Officers responded alongside emergency services at Perth Line 20 near the intersection of Perth Road 163.

No other vehicles were involved and no injuries reported.

Charges against the driver include operation while impaired.

Hussam Elghussein
Hussam Elghussein
Hussam is a reporter with Vista Radio, where he has been covering a wide range of stories — from local accidents to provincial announcements — since late 2022. Originally from London, Ont., he is also passionate about video games, film, and theatre.

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