NEWS RELEASE WELLINGTON COUNTY OPP
(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A pedestrian is charged following a collision in Mount Forest.
On February 23, 2026, at approximately 6:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single-vehicle collision involving a pedestrian on Main Street South in Mount Forest.
The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
As a result of the investigation, a 59-year-old from Mount Forest, is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:
- Pedestrian fail to use crosswalk
The accused faces a $50 fine.
The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.
Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
