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Central Huron driver charged after fleeing collision scene

A Central Huron resident is facing a slew of charges after fleeing the scene of a Huron East accident on Monday morning.

Emergency services responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision along Winthrop Road around 8 a.m.

An 80-year-old passenger from Stratford was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries as a result.

According to Huron County OPP, an involved driver fled the scene on foot.

Following an investigation, police arrested a 38-year-old from Central Huron on Tuesday.

The individual is facing charges including: dangerous driving causing bodily harm, failing to stop at an accident and driving while under suspension.

Police say the suspect was in custody on Tuesday as OPP continue to investigate.

The Huron OPP is requesting anyone with information call 1-888-310-1122 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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