ATV rider dead after Norwich Township crash

An ATV rider has died after a crash in Norwich Township.

Just after 8 a.m. on Friday, Oxford OPP were called to Milldale Road and Middletown Line with a report of an ATV in the ditch.

“What I can tell you is that rider was involved in a single ATV crash, that rider was ejected from the all-terrain vehicle, subsequently suffered serious life-threatening injuries, and I’m sad to say was pronounced deceased on scene,” Sgt. Ed Sanchuk said in a video statement posted to social media.

Emergency crews are on scene and are looking to determine the cause of the crash.

Milldale Road is closed between Middletown Line and Oxford Road 13 as a result. It is expected to be closed for the next six hours.

Anyone who lives in the area that might have video surveillance of the incident is asked to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the good Samaritan that contacted 911 early this morning after locating the ATV in the ditch, along with the rider,” Sanchuk added.

“You made a very difficult situation just a little bit easier, and we just want to say thank you.”

The OPP extends its condolences to the family and friends of the rider.

Updates to come as the OPP provide them.