Driver charged in Highway 174 fatal crash

Headquarters of the Ottawa Police Service. CityNews file photo

By CityNews Ottawa staff

Posted Sep 21, 2023 02:43:07 PM.

Last Updated Sep 21, 2023 02:44:07 PM.

One of the drivers involved in a fatal collision on Highway 174 has now been charged.

Two vehicles collided on the 174 near Kinsella Drive, around 2:43 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 15. The 65-year-old driver of one of the vehicles involved was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) announced on Thursday, Sept. 21 that a 33-year-old from Ottawa is being charged in connection to the crash.

The accused faces one charge each of dangerous driving causing death and failure to comply with a demand causing death, and is being held in custody.

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