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Police investigating after collision in Oro Medonte leaves one dead

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear in court in Peterborough on Jan. 16. Nick Westoll / File / Global News

Police are investigating after a collision in Oro Medonte left one person dead.

According to Orillia OPP, on Tuesday just before 10:30 p.m., officers received a report of a single-vehicle collision on Ridge Road between lines 5 and 6 in Oro Medonte.

According to police, the lone occupant of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police have not yet released the identity of the victim pending next of kin notification.

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According to police, Ridge Road between lines 5 and 6 remains closed while officers continue to investigate.

READ MORE: Barrie police investigating after pedestrian struck, killed in early morning collision

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Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 1-888-310-1122 or 705-726-6484 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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