Barrie Police are asking for the public’s help after a road rage incident over the weekend left a teenager with minor injuries.
The incident occurred on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at approximately 10:15 p.m., near the intersection of Dunlop Street West and Ferndale Drive North.
Family targeted during drive
According to police, a motorist travelling east on Highway 90 with his children and mother in the vehicle reported being aggressively tailgated by a Jeep.
When the motorist stopped at a red light, the situation escalated.
Police say the driver of the Jeep pulled up alongside and began yelling before throwing a beverage can through the open rear window, striking a 14-year-old passenger in the face.
Police say the teen suffered minor injuries and did not require medical attention.
Suspect fled scene after confrontation
Following the initial incident, the Jeep driver fled the scene. The affected motorist followed the vehicle, and both eventually stopped at the Dunlop Street West Highway 400 southbound ramp, where the drivers exchanged heated words.
As the motorist attempted to capture the Jeep’s licence plate, the suspect fled again.
Description of suspect and vehicle
Investigators have released the following description of the driver:
- White male
- Approximately 30 to 35 years old
- Around five feet 10 inches tall
- Heavy build
- Large dark beard
- Medium-length dark hair
He was last seen wearing:
- A black sweater
- Black pants
- A black baseball cap
Police also report the driver had a young passenger, believed to be his child, in the backseat at the time.
The suspect vehicle is described as:
- A 2010–2015 Jeep Wrangler
- Dark grey in colour
- Equipped with large yellow spotlights mounted on either side of the hood
- Featuring a large roof radio antenna
- Outfitted with oversized tires
Police appeal for information
Investigators are working to identify the Jeep driver and are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or captured it on dash camera to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Barrie Police at 705-725-7025.
What to watch for
Police remind drivers to remain calm and avoid engaging during heated situations on the road. If confronted with aggressive behaviour, authorities advise prioritizing safety and contacting police when it is safe to do so.
