The Renfrew Detachment of the OPP is continuing the investigation into a single vehicle collision on Highway 17 east of Gillan Road in Renfrew on Monday January 29 at 12:07 pm.
Initial reports indicated the driver of the pick-up truck suffered minor injuries and was transported to hospital by Renfrew County paramedics. The injuries were upgraded to serious and the male was transferred to a trauma unit. The male driver died in hospital on Tuesday, January 30.
The driver has been identified as Donald Dykens, aged 63 of Arnprior.
The driver was westbound on Highway 17 passing Gillan Road when for unknown reason the pick-up truck he was operating accelerated and left the roadway travelling approximately 200 meters off the roadway through the north ditch before striking a tree. Police suspect a medical emergency may have caused the collision. Police have examined the vehicle for mechanical issues, and have spoken to several witnesses. Provincial Constable Amedeo Jean-Louis is leading the investigation with assistance from Technical Collision Investigators (TCI). If you witnessed the collision or have any information that may assist police please contact the Renfrew OPP at 613-432-3211.
