OPP seek driver who hit four Brantford overpasses along Highway 403

Highway 403 in Brantford on April 24, 2024. (CTV News/Colton Wiens)

Ontario Provincial Police are trying to identify the driver of a red tractor trailer that struck four Brantford overpasses on Thursday morning.

The vehicle, which was hauling an excavator, was travelling eastbound on Highway 403 around 10:30 a.m.

Police said reports indicated the excavator struck the overpasses at Paris Road, Ewing Drive, Tollgate Road and King George Road.

While some concrete fell onto the road, Highway 403 remained open to traffic. OPP said they contacted the Ministry of Transportation to inspect the damage to the overpasses. In the meantime, drivers were urged to use extra caution when travelling in the area.

Police said they were unable to locate the tractor trailer or the driver.

They asked anyone who witnessed the collisions, or has dash cam, to give them a call at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can also be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.