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Published September 1, 2022

Elmvale teen in Toronto hospital after dirt bike collision

Three other riders fled the scene

A teen is in a Toronto hospital with serious injuries after a dirt bike and pickup truck collided in Elmvale.

OPP say they were called to Robinson Road and Yonge Street around 8:45 Wednesday night.

Police say a group of young people was riding along town streets when a 15-year-old rider collided with the truck.

Three other bikers fled the scene.

The other teen was airlifted to a Toronto hospital.

The OPP is reminding off-road vehicle drivers to exercise caution and ride within laws that are designed to keep you safe while operating any type of off-road vehicle (ORV). ALL Provincial and County of Simcoe roads remain restricted for off-road vehicle use. ORV's are permitted on most municipal roads in Springwater with a few exceptions. Operator's must be 16 years of age or older WITH a valid G2, M2 driver's licence or greater to drive along a permitted road. ORV's must be equipped with a licence plate and the operator must be in possession of a driver's licence, registration permit and proof of insurance. When on the trails, also a valid trail pass.

Huronia West OPP request that any witnesses who have not already spoken to police or have dash cam footage of the collision, please call 705-429-3575 or at 1-888-310-1122.

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