1 dead in crash on Hwy. 7/8 near New Hamburg: OPP

Ontario Provincial Police say one person has died following a crash on Highway 7/8 near New Hamburg on Wednesday morning.

Emergency crews were called to the highway near Nafziger Road after a pickup truck and a car collided, according to police.

Police say one person was pronounced dead, and Highway 7/8 was closed between Nafziger Road and Foundry Street.

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It’s not clear what caused the crash. Any witnesses are asked to contact the OPP.