Hamilton Police continue to investigate a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred on June 22, 2025, at the intersection of Rymal Road East and Fletcher Road.
A Mazda, travelling westbound on Rymal Road East, attempted to turn south onto Fletcher Road when it was struck by a Ford F-150. The F-150, driven by a 16-year-old male from Hamilton, was reportedly travelling at a high rate of speed through the intersection.
The violent impact resulted in two occupants of the Mazda—neither wearing a seatbelt—being ejected from the vehicle. Both suffered serious, life-altering injuries, and one individual remains in hospital in stable condition. The driver of the Ford F-150 also sustained injuries and was transported to hospital.
Due to the severity of the incident, the Hamilton Police Collision Reconstruction Unit was called in to lead the investigation. As a result, on July 17, 2025, the 16-year-old driver of the Ford F-150 was arrested and released on an undertaking. His identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).
Charges Laid:
16-year-old driver of the Ford F-150 (Hamilton):
- Dangerous Operation Causing Bodily Harm (x2) – Criminal Code 320.13(2)
- Stunt Driving – HTA 172(1)
- Speeding: 135 km/h in a 60 km/h zone – HTA 128
- Careless Driving Causing Bodily Harm (x2) – HTA 130(2)
17-year-old driver of the Mazda (Hamilton):
- Fail to Properly Wear Seatbelt – HTA 106(2)
- Driving While Under Suspension – HTA 53(1)
- G1 Licence Violation: Unaccompanied by Qualified Driver – HTA
31-year-old Owner of the Mazda (Hamilton):
- Permit Novice Driver to Contravene Licence Conditions – HTA 32(11.1)
- Make False Statement – CAIA
- Permit Operation of Vehicle Without Insurance – CAIA
Hamilton Police are continuing to follow investigative leads and are appealing to the community for assistance. If you witnessed the collision and have not yet spoken to police, please contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753. Anyone with additional information or dashcam footage of the incident is encouraged to come forward. Tips can be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com.
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