Charges anticipated following crash at Kitchener intersection

Waterloo Regional Police Services sign. (CityNews file photo)
Waterloo Regional Police Services sign. (CityNews file photo)

By Josh Piercey

Posted Nov 1, 2024 06:47:05 AM.

Last Updated Nov 1, 2024 10:42:02 AM.

More details are emerging about a crash that closed an intersection in Kitchener for almost the entire day on Thursday.

The crash happened at the intersection of Bridgeport Road and Lancaster Street at around 6 a.m.

A Hyundai and Kia collided at the intersection, causing significant damage.

Lancaster Street West was closed until the evening while hydro crews repaired the damage.

Both drivers, a 19-year-old man and 38-year-old woman, were taken to hospital with non life threatening injuries.

Police say charges are anticipated.

They’re asking anyone with more information to contact them.

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