Driver falls asleep at the wheel, crashes into poles in Markham: police

An intersection in Markham is expected to be closed until Wednesday evening after a driver allegedly fell asleep at the wheel and crashed into several poles.

By Patricia D'Cunha

Posted December 3, 2025 8:21 am.

Last Updated December 3, 2025 2:28 pm.

An intersection in Markham has reopened after a driver allegedly fell asleep at the wheel and crashed into several poles.

York Regional Police (YRP) officers were called to Markham Road and Bullock Drive, north of Highway 7, around 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday.

Police tell 680 NewsRadio the driver fell asleep at the wheel and crashed into two light standards and another pole. The SUV ended up coming to a stop on a lawn.

No injuries were reported.

There is no word on whether the driver will face charges.

The intersection was closed for several hours as crews repaired the downed traffic lights. In an update just after 2 p.m., police said the area has since reopened.

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