On April 12th, 2023, at 1:10pm Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) officers assigned to 2 District (Niagara Falls / Niagara-on-the-Lake) responded alongside the Niagara Falls Fire Department and Niagara Emergency Medical Service (NEMS) paramedics for a motor vehicle collision on Lundy’s Lane between Kalar Road and Beaverdams Road, in the City of Niagara Falls.
Initial investigation has determined a 2020 red Toyota Corolla was travelling west on Lundy’s Lane when a collision occurred with an eastbound 2023 blue Yamaha R1 motorcycle. Both occupants on the motorcycle sustained serious injuries and were transported to hospital by Niagara paramedics. Tragically, the driver of the motorcycle, a 53-year-old Welland resident succumbed to his injuries in hospital and has been pronounced deceased. The passenger on the motorcycle, a 28-year-old female from the City of Welland remains in hospital and is listed in serious condition.
Detectives assigned to the NRPS Collision Reconstruction Unit have assumed carriage of the investigation. They are being supported by detectives from the NRPS Forensic Services Unit. The circumstances related to the cause of the collision remain under investigation.
Witnesses to the collision and motorists who were in the area with an operational dash-camera are encouraged to review their footage and contact the lead detective at 905-688-4111, option 3, badge 1009206 with any relevant information.
Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477.
Incident #23-36649