Driver dies in dump truck crash near Elora

A dump truck collided with a hydro police on Sideroad 11 near Elora on June 10, 2025. (Dave Pettitt/CTV News)

A dump truck struck a hydro pole on Tuesday morning just outside of Elora.

According to the Wellington County detachment of Ontario Provincial Police, the collision on Sideroad 11 was reported at 8:30 a.m.

They said the driver of the dump truck, a 63-year-old from Waterloo, was pronounced dead at the scene. Their name has not been released.

Sideroad 11, between Eighth Line West and Arthur Street North, was closed while police and hydro crews were on scene.

OPP said they continue to investigate the cause of the crash.