On May 2nd, 2023, at 5:11pm Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) officers assigned to 2 District (Niagara Falls / Niagara-on-the-Lake) responded alongside the Niagara Falls Fire Department (NFFD) and Niagara Emergency Medical Service (NEMS) paramedics for a motor vehicle collision on Dorchester Road north of Calaguiro Drive, in the City of Niagara Falls.
Initial investigation has determined a 35-year-old male, who was a resident of the Town of Fort Erie was operating a 2010 black BMW 335i northbound on Dorchester Road when he lost control and collided with a guard rail. Tragically, the driver who was the solo occupant in the vehicle was pronounced deceased at the scene.
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 1009433 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 #23-44537