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CTV News
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Highway 6 near swing bridge reopens following collision
A photo of the iconic Little Current swing bridge that connects Manitoulin Island to the rest of Ontario in May 2024. (File photo/CTV News Northern Ontario) Highway 6 has reopened following a serious collision between a transport truck and a passenger vehicle. One driver sustained life-threatening injuries in the crash. Ontario Provincial Police responded to the crash near Goat Island Road in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands Township at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Monday. The highway was closed between the Little Current Swing Bridge and Sunshine Valley Road near Birch Island. It reopened early Tuesday morning. 'One driver has sustained serious, life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital by ambulance,' said OPP Const. Berkley Parisien in an interview with CTV News Monday evening. The fire department also assisted at the scene. Investigation could take hours OPP confirmed only two drivers were involved – the drivers of the vehicle and the truck – though bystanders stopped to help. 'We want to thank those people for stopping,' said Parisien. If the injured driver's condition remains critical, traffic reconstructionists may be called in, extending the closure. 'That can take… several hours because they have to travel, sometimes from Sudbury, sometimes from Sault Ste. Marie,' Parisien said. erbs road Road closed signs are shown across an Ontario roadway in June 2022. (File photo/CTV News) Authorities urge patience Parisien noted a recent increase in crashes on Highway 6 and Highway 17, attributing many to distracted or impatient driving. 'A lot of the common things that we see … are impatient drivers making dangerous decisions and people not paying attention,' she said, citing texting, other distractions and impaired driving as recurring issues. With summer traffic intensifying, Parisien urged caution. 'The bridge is kind of backing things up… We see a lot of impatient drivers making dangerous decisions.' Check 511 for updates OPP officials have advised motorists to avoid the area and monitor the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's Traveller Information website ( or OPP social media feeds for updates. 'Avoid calling 911 about (road closures),' said Parisien. 'That just clogs up the phone lines and can make it harder for actual emergencies to get through.' The investigation remains ongoing. With files from journalist Amanda Hicks


CTV News
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Serious two-vehicle crash closed Highway 6 near iconic swing bridge
Highway 6 closed after crash involving transport truck, passenger vehicle. OPP say the driver of passenger vehicle may have life-threatening injuries. A serious collision between a transport truck and a passenger vehicle has closed Highway 6 in both directions near Little Current, with one driver sustaining life-threatening injuries. erbs road Road closed signs are shown across an Ontario roadway in June 2022. (File photo/CTV News) Ontario Provincial Police responded to the crash near Goat Island Road in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands Township at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Monday. The highway remains closed between the Little Current Swing Bridge and Sunshine Valley Road near Birch Island, with delays expected to last several hours. 'One driver has sustained serious, life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital by ambulance,' said OPP Const. Berkley Parisien in an interview with CTV News Monday evening. The fire department also assisted at the scene. Investigation, cleanup could take hours OPP confirmed only two drivers were involved – the operators of the passenger vehicle and the transport truck – though bystanders stopped to help. 'We want to thank those people for stopping,' said Parisien. If the injured driver's condition remains critical, traffic reconstructionists may be called in, extending the closure. 'That can take… several hours because they have to travel, sometimes from Sudbury, sometimes from Sault Ste. Marie,' Parisien said. Cleanup by tow trucks could further delay reopening, with worst-case estimates ranging from three to seven hours. Authorities urge patience, warn against distracted driving Parisien noted a recent increase in crashes on Highway 6 and Highway 17, attributing many to distracted or impatient driving. 'A lot of the common things that we see… are impatient drivers making dangerous decisions and people not paying attention,' she said, citing texting, other distractions and impaired driving as recurring issues. With summer traffic intensifying, Parisien urged caution: 'The bridge is kind of backing things up… We see a lot of impatient drivers making dangerous decisions.' Public asked to check 511 for updates OPP officials have advised motorists to avoid the area and monitor the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's Traveller Information website ( or OPP social media feeds for updates. 'Avoid calling 911 about (road closures),' said Parisien. 'That just clogs up the phone lines and can make it harder for actual emergencies to get through.' The investigation remains ongoing and no further details were immediately released by authorities. With files from journalist Amanda Hicks


CTV News
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Two-vehicle crash closed Highway 6 near iconic swing bridge
Highway 6 closed after crash involving transport truck, passenger vehicle. OPP say the driver of passenger vehicle may have life-threatening injuries. Highway 6 is closed after a crash involving a transport truck and a passenger vehicle. Ontario Provincial Police say the driver of passenger vehicle may have life-threatening injuries. Incident occurred near Goat Island Road. by Manitoulin swing bridge. A serious collision between a passenger vehicle and a transport truck has closed Highway 6 in both directions near Little Current, Ont., with one driver sustaining life-threatening injuries. erbs road Road closed signs are shown across an Ontario roadway in June 2022. (File photo/CTV News) In a message to CTV News before the official news release, OPP Const. Berkley Parisien said that the driver of the passenger vehicle may have sustained life-threatening injuries. Authorities said they responded to the crash near Goat Island Road in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands Township at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Monday. Road expected to be closed for several hours Highway 6 remains closed between the Little Current Swing Bridge and Sunshine Valley Road near Birch Island as emergency crews work at the scene. OPP confirmed the closure will likely last several hours. 'First responders are currently on scene, and the investigation is ongoing,' OPP said in a news release. 'Updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.' Police have not released an information on the cause of the crash. Motorists advised to avoid area Police are urging drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. For real-time updates on major road closures, visit the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's Traveller Information website at


CTV News
25-06-2025
- CTV News
Suspect charged with historic sexual assaults on Manitoulin Island
A 62-year-old from M'Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with multiple sexual assaults and drug offences following an investigation into a historic sexual assault. (File) A 62-year-old from M'Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with multiple sexual assaults and drug offences following an investigation into a historic sexual assault. The investigation began June 18, when Ontario Provincial Police in Little Current received information regarding a sexual assault that occurred in the First Nation between 2010 and 2025. Sex assault with a weapon The suspect has since been charged with three counts of sexual assault with a weapon, sexual assault, communicating with someone for the purpose of obtaining sexual services and three drug trafficking charges. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on a later date. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Little Current OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.