The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a serious collision involving an ambulance and a transport truck at the intersection of Highway 7 and Highway 62 in Centre Hastings. The crash happened Monday, February 2, 2026, shortly after 3:00 p.m.
Two paramedics were taken to a local hospital. One paramedic was later airlifted by ORNGE to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries, while the second paramedic is being treated for undetermined injuries. The two occupants of the transport truck were also taken to hospital as a precaution.
The intersection has since re-opened after vehicles were removed and traffic lights repaired. OPP said the investigation is ongoing and asked anyone with information or dashcam footage to contact the Central Hastings Detachment at 1‑888‑310‑1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑TIPS or online.
Written by Emily Chatwood
