Stanko leaves mayoral race in Sarnia, two withdraw in The Point
OPP investigate crash near Wyoming
March 12, 2025
Lambton OPP are investigating after a two-vehicle accident near Wyoming.
Around 8 am Wednesday morning, two vehicles – both appeared to be SUVs – collided at the corner of Oil Heritage Road and Churchill Line. They both ended on the southeast side of Oil Heritage Line with one vehicle tipped onto its side.
Police, paramedics and Wyoming firefighters were on the scene to help remove people from the vehicles.
Police have not said if there were injuries or if charges will be laid.
The intersection was closed several hours in the wake of the crash.
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