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91-year-old driver killed in Mini Cooper crash

Police say man was driving east on Glendale Avenue in Niagara-on-the-Lake when a collision occurred with 2019 Chevrolet Blazer travelling west
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A driver in his 90s is dead after a collision in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

The incident took place Monday afternoon on Glendale Avenue at Homer Road.

Police say a 91-year-old male was driving a 2015 Mini Cooper east on Glendale Avenue at about 2:50 p.m. when a collision occurred with a 2019 Chevrolet Blazer that was travelling west on Glendale Avenue. 

Witnesses provided lifesaving measures to the driver of the Mini Cooper who was unresponsive after the collision. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. 

The driver of the Chevrolet Blazer sustained no physical injuries.

Niagara Regional Police Service, Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire Department and Niagara Emergency Medical Service (NEMS) paramedics responded to the scene.

The circumstances related to the cause of the collision remain under investigation.

Witnesses and motorists who were in the area with an operational dash-camera are encouraged to review their footage and contact the lead detective at 905-688-4111, option 3, badge 1009170 with any relevant information.

Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477.