Hwy. 403 reopens in Burlington following fatal crash

Ontario Provincial Police cruiser. X/OPP

Posted September 16, 2024 11:35 am.

Last Updated September 16, 2024 2:41 pm.

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal collision between an SUV and motorcycle on Monday morning that closed a section of Highway 403 near Waterdown Road in Burlington.

Emergency crews were called for a serious crash at around 9:40 a.m.

The driver of the motorcycle was pronounced dead at the scene. No age or gender has been released.

The SUV driver remained on scene. There’s no word at this point on possible charges.

The eastbound lanes of Highway 403 were closed between Waterdown Road and the Highway 407/QEW split. The lanes reopened to motorists just after 2:30 p.m.

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