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Vehicle crashes into Water Street light pole in north end of Peterborough

Click to play video: 'Light pole knocked over following overnight collision in Peterborough'
Light pole knocked over following overnight collision in Peterborough
A section of road in Peterborough's north end was closed briefly overnight following a collision. Emergency crews were called to the scene on Water Street between Marina Boulevard and Carnegie Avenue around 1:20 am to find a vehicle that had struck a concrete light pole. The pole ended up across the roadway, making it impassable to drivers. Injuries to the driver are believed to be minor. Peterborough Police are investigating – Jul 11, 2023

A section of Water Street in the north end of Peterborough was closed early Tuesday following a single vehicle crash into a light pole.

Around 1:20 a.m., emergency crews said a vehicle had struck a concrete light pole between Marina Boulevard and Carnegie Avenue.

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The pole was across the roadway, blocking access for motorists. Several wires were also down.

The driver suffered minor injuries, police said.

Peterborough police say the driver struck the pole after swerving to avoid hitting an animal on the road.

Police said no charges are expected.

The section of roadway was closed for several hours for repairs and cleanup, police said.

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