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OPP SUV lands in a ditch
January 17, 2014
The OPP is investigating after a cruiser ended up in a ditch.
Lambton OPP say around 6:30 pm last night the SUV unit was traveling north on Oil Heritage Road near LaSalle Line when the driver lost control and rolled into the ditch.
The officer was transported to a local hospital by Lambton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) where he was treated and released for non- life-threatening injuries. There were no other vehicles involved.
The investigation is continuing and further information will be provided as it becomes available.
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