A single vehicle crash west of Smiths Falls has left one man with life-threatening injuries, as reported by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The incident occurred shortly before 1:00 a.m. on Highway 43, just west of Glenview Road, in Drummond-North Elmsley.

According to the OPP, the driver, a 33-year-old man from Perth, was travelling westbound in a pickup truck when he lost control and left the road. Emergency services were quick to respond, and Lanark County Paramedics transported the injured driver to a regional trauma centre. His current condition remains critical, and the OPP is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Highway 43 was closed for several hours as OPP officers conducted their investigation, with the road reopening around 2:00 p.m. The OPP Collision Reconstructionist and Technical Collision Investigator are assisting in determining the cause of the accident, which is a standard procedure for serious collisions in Ontario.

Traffic accidents like this one highlight the ongoing concerns about road safety, especially in rural areas of Ontario. As colder weather approaches, drivers are urged to remain vigilant and adjust their driving habits to account for changing conditions such as icy roads and reduced visibility.

The OPP is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam footage to come forward. Such information can be crucial in helping authorities piece together what happened that fateful night.

As the investigation continues, the community is reminded to stay safe on the roads and to drive responsibly. Our thoughts are with the injured driver and his family during this difficult time.