A motorcycle crash on Highway 144 last week left the driver with serious, life-altering injuries. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported that the incident occurred around 1 p.m. on July 3, north of Onaping, when the motorcycle veered off the road and landed in a ditch.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) transported the driver to a nearby hospital. The highway was closed for nearly nine hours while authorities investigated the scene.

The OPP’s collision reconstruction and traffic investigation teams are working to determine the cause. They are also asking for public assistance, including any dash-cam footage or information. Anyone with details is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.