“Road rage” results in collision, charges and suspended licences

Emergency services were called to the area of Water Street and Cumberland Street at approximately 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 7, after receiving reports of a motor vehicle collision. 

Responding Thunder Bay Police Service officers located an overturned pick-up truck and a damaged sedan. One person was transported to hospital as a precaution. 

Through the investigation, officers determined that the collision was the result of both drivers attempting to interfere with each other. This incident of apparent “road rage” included attempts to pass and block one another. 

Both drivers were charged with Stunt Driving under the Highway Traffic Act and issued 30-day suspensions. They have been issued summons to appear in court at a future date.