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- calendar_today October 31, 2026
Truck Driver Charged in Fatal Collision Involving Toronto Traffic Agent
A 33-year-old truck driver has been charged in connection with the death of a Toronto traffic agent, following a collision at the edge of Thorncliffe Park on Thursday morning. The incident occurred near the intersection of Millwood Road and Overlea Boulevard, an area currently experiencing significant truck movement due to Ontario Line construction.
Incident Details at Millwood Road and Overlea Boulevard
Police responded to the scene around 9:02 a.m. on Thursday after a Kenworth dump truck struck a 44-year-old traffic agent. Despite efforts by emergency crews to save his life, the traffic agent died at the scene. The driver, identified as a 33-year-old man from Brampton, has been arrested and charged with careless driving causing death.
Sub-Contractor’s Connection to Metrolinx
Global News reported that the driver of the truck was working as a third-party driver for Metrolinx, the regional transit agency overseeing Ontario Line construction. Multiple sources confirmed the driver was employed through a sub-contract, with Metrolinx acknowledged as the project lead in the area. The Ontario Line project has brought increased construction traffic and related safety concerns to the Thorncliffe Park community.
Community Response and Safety Concerns
In the aftermath of the tragedy, a memorial has grown at the scene, with residents expressing their gratitude to the traffic agent for efforts to keep local streets safe. The incident has heightened awareness and concern about traffic safety, particularly involving large trucks and ongoing construction activities.
Calls for Improved Traffic Safety
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, who represents the ward, issued a statement highlighting persistent traffic safety concerns in the neighborhood. She noted her office has repeatedly voiced worries about truck movement and construction-related traffic tied to the Ontario Line project. Chernos Lin has urged city staff and Metrolinx to implement stronger safety measures to protect both workers and residents in high-traffic construction zones.
Ongoing Investigation and Project Impact
The case remains under investigation by Toronto police, who continue to gather information surrounding the fatal collision. As construction on the Ontario Line progresses, safety around construction sites remains a priority for city officials, stakeholders, and the community.
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Source: globalnews.ca.
