In a devastating incident on Ontario Highway 7, a 21-year-old man from Manilla, identified as Noah Roberts, lost his life in a collision at the intersection with Emily Park Road, located approximately 3.5 kilometers east of Omemee. The accident involving a car and a commercial motor vehicle occurred at 7:40 a.m., as reported by the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP.
Noah Roberts, the driver of the car, was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 22-year-old male from Sunderland, Ont., sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to a Toronto-area hospital. The second driver, a 44-year-old Oshawa male, was taken to a nearby hospital. The OPP has closed Highway 7 from Emily Park Road to Orange Corners Road for investigation.
The Brock Rugby Club expressed their condolences, stating, “It is with our deepest condolences that we announce the passing of Noah Roberts. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Roberts family at this time. Noah was a great kid and we will miss him. That contagious smile and laugh always had the surrounding people smiling. Wherever the Roberts boys went, the party and fun were to follow.” Despite not playing in the last season, Noah remained dedicated to his friends and the club, attending every practice and game. Details about visitation and a funeral will be provided later.