One killed after transport, SUV collide on Hwy. 11-17

A 37-year-old from Ottawa was killed this week when their SUV collided with a transport truck near the Nipigon River Bridge on Highway 11-17 in the Township of Nipigon. (File)

A 37-year-old from Ottawa was killed this week when their SUV collided with a transport truck near the Nipigon River Bridge on Highway 11-17 in the Township of Nipigon.

Ontario Provincial Police said they responded around 8:45 p.m.

“As a result of the collision, the 37-year-old driver of the SUV from the City of Ottawa was pronounced deceased at the scene,” police said in a news release Friday.

“Two others in the car reported injuries and were taken to hospital. No other injuries have been reported at this time.”

Highway 11-17, Highway 11 and Highway 17 were closed in the area for several hours for the investigation, with help from OPP technical collision investigation and reconstruction teams.

“The highways have since reopened,” police said.

“No charges are anticipated at this time.”

Anyone with information or video footage of the incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.