Three people have died following a multi-vehicle collision on County Road 22 in Lakeshore, near Windsor, early Wednesday morning, October 28, 2026, according to local news reports.
The crash occurred shortly after 6 a.m. between Manning Road and West Pike Creek Road. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Lakeshore firefighters and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene.
Three victims pronounced dead
Police said two drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger involved in the collision was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and later died.
Other people involved in the crash were being assessed for injuries. Authorities had not publicly confirmed the total number of vehicles involved or released the identities of the deceased in the initial reports.
Road closure as investigation continues
County Road 22 was closed between Manning Road and West Pike Creek Road while investigators examined the scene. Police warned that the closure could remain in place for several hours as officers worked to establish what happened.
The cause of the collision has not yet been determined. Investigators are expected to examine the circumstances leading up to the crash as part of their ongoing investigation.
Police appeal for witnesses
The OPP are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage of the vehicles involved to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.
The fatal crash has prompted a warning for motorists travelling through the area to follow road-closure notices and use alternative routes while emergency crews and investigators continue their work.
Further details, including the victims’ identities and the circumstances that led to the collision, may be released as the investigation progresses.
