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The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motorcycle collision where the operator was pronounced deceased on-scene.
Members of the OPP were dispatched to the collision on March 13, 2024, around 4:30 p.m. It occurred at the intersection of Ritz Road, Troy Lake Road and Jones Falls Road – otherwise known as County Road 11 – located just west of Morton.
Lifesaving measures were immediately taken, however the operator of the motorcycle succumbed to his injuries. He has been identified as a 21-year-old man from the Kingston area.
OPP Collision Reconstructionists and members of the Traffic Collision Investigation Team continue to assist Leeds County OPP officers with the investigation.
The intersection and immediate area will remain closed for several hours to allow for a complete and thorough investigation. If you witnessed the collision, or have relevant dashcam video, contact the Leeds County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
