Tragedy in Zorra Township: 14-Year-Old Fatality in Snowmobile Crash

A community is in mourning following a fatal collision between a snowmobile and a pickup truck in Oxford County on Saturday morning. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) confirmed that a 14-year-old boy lost his life as a result of the accident.

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Incident Summary

The crash occurred around 10:30 a.m. on January 31 at the intersection of Road 92 and 23rd Line in Zorra Township. Preliminary reports indicate the snowmobile collided with a white pickup truck. While the driver of the truck was not injured, the young snowmobile operator was transported to a nearby hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

Community Response

The local snowmobiling community has been deeply affected by the news:

• Trail Closures: The Thamesford Snowmobile Club temporarily closed Trail 5-67 out of respect for the family and to allow for the investigation.
• Social Media Tributes: Local organizations have shared messages of support, describing the loss as a profound blow to the close-knit rural area.

Investigation & Next Steps

Oxford County OPP closed Road 92 for several hours to conduct a technical collision reconstruction. The investigation is ongoing to determine the exact cause of the crash.

Note for Witnesses: Authorities are urging anyone with dashcam footage or information about the collision to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or remain anonymous via Crime Stoppers.