Winnipeg man killed in Hwy. 17 collision with transport

The crash took place near Kenora around 1:45 p.m. on June 2, Ontario Provincial Police said. (Photo courtesy of Skilled Truckers Canada)

A passenger vehicle and a tractor-trailer collided June 2 on Highway 17 near Kenora, killing a 32-year-old man from Winnipeg.

The crash took place around 1:45 p.m., Ontario Provincial Police said in a news release June 3.

The OPP initially said the victim was 17 years old, but issued a correction later clarifying that it was, in fact, a 32-year-old man.

“OPP officers, along with emergency medical services, responded to reports of a collision on Highway 17, west of Kenora,” police said.

“One individual, a 32-year-old male from Winnipeg, Man., was pronounced deceased on scene.”

Highway 17 was closed for several hours while the OPP completed their investigation.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.