Property damage on Blackfriars Street and Wilson Avenue following a crash. October 27, 2019. (Photo by Rene Dunkley, Blackburn News)Property damage on Blackfriars Street and Wilson Avenue following a crash. October 27, 2019. (Photo by Rene Dunkley, Blackburn News)
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Car slams into hydro poles and buildings

London police are investigating after a single motor vehicle collision on Sunday that caused significant property damage.

Police say it happened in the area of  Blackfriars Street and Wilson Avenue.

The vehicle was travelling at a high rate of speed and collided with two hydro poles and multiple structures causing extensive property damage

The driver of the vehicle was arrested at the scene and taken to Victoria Hospital where he was assessed and later released into police custody.

The area of Wilson Avenue and Blackfriars Street will remain closed while police investigate.

Damage on Blackfriars Street and Wilson Avenue following a crash. October 27, 2019. (Photo by Rene Dunkley) Damage on Blackfriars Street and Wilson Avenue following a crash. October 27, 2019. (Photo by Rene Dunkley)

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