Police say a motorcycle rear ended an SUV on Simcoe Street Monday afternoon.
TILLSONBURG - A 38-year-old motorcyclist from Oxford County has died after a crash in Tillsonburg.
Police say they rear-ended an SUV on Simcoe Street at around 5:00 p.m. yesterday and they were thrown from the bike as a result. They were taken to hospital with serious injures before they passed away, while the driver of the SUV was not hurt.
In a video posted on the OPP West Region X page, Sergeant Ed Sanchuk thanked the good samaritans that stopped to provide assistance, adding they made a difficult situation just a little bit easier.
The investigation is ongoing and the OPP would like anyone who may have witnessed this crash or have dash cam or outdoor surveillence footage to come forward.
Anyone with information regarding this crash should call the Oxford OP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Motorcyclist killed after colliding with the rear of an SUV on Simcoe Street in Tillsonburg. #OPP continuing to investigate. Simcoe Street is closed between West Town Line and Goshen Street. Anyone with dash cam or business with video surveillance is being asked to call police if… pic.twitter.com/pVK6wte6O8
— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) August 4, 2026

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