UPDATE – OPP charges Fort Frances resident after a serious collision on Highway 102. Court appearance set for September 26
THUNDER BAY, ON – The Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred on January 6, 2024.
Around 12:30 p.m. on January 6, emergency services, including the Thunder Bay OPP, fire services, and EMS, responded to a severe collision on Highway 102. The incident involved a passenger vehicle and a commercial motor vehicle. The passenger in the passenger vehicle was transported to the hospital with life-altering injuries.
Following an investigation, Morgan GOOD, a 20-year-old from Fort Frances, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:
- Dangerous Operation Causing Bodily Harm
- Impaired Operation Causing Bodily Harm
GOOD has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on September 26, 2024.
The OPP emphasizes that traffic safety is a top priority and a critical aspect of its public safety mandate. Investigations into collisions that result in serious injuries or fatalities are often complex, but they are essential to ensuring that those responsible for dangerous driving behaviors are held accountable. The victims and their families deserve justice, and the OPP is committed to thorough and accurate investigations to prevent such tragedies.
