The Oxford OPP are investigating a fatal collision that happened this morning on the 401 west of Oxford Road 3.
BLANDFORD-BLENHEIM - Some sad news coming from the Oxford OPP.
A collision took place just after 7:15 a.m. today on the 401, in the westbound lanes, west of Oxford Road 3 in the Township of Blandford-Blenheim. Community Engagement Officer, Constable Matt Foster, shares the unfortunate news.
"Police arrived on scene with fire, and paramedics, and located a tow truck driver that had been struck by an unknown vehicle while they were assisting a motorist and the tow truck driver, unfortunately, I'm sad to say, was pronounced deceased on scene."
Foster goes on to say there will be road closures as the investigation continues.
"The highway will be currently closed between Cedar Creek Road and Oxford Road 29 for the next few hours, likely well into the afternoon."
Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or may have dashcam footage is asked to call the OPP or Crime Stoppers.

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