‘Racing’ crash in Woodstock

Woodstock police are investigating a crash in the area of Springbank Avenue and Cree Avenue. March 16, 2025. (Source: Woodstock police)

One person has serious injuries following a crash in Woodstock on Sunday.

Around 2:35 a.m. police responded to the area of Springbank Avenue and Cree Avenue after police said two vehicles appeared to be “racing” northbound on Springbank Avenue.

According to police, as the vehicles approached the bend between Conestoga Road and Cree Avenue, they collided with a parked truck and boat on a trailer.

A 27-year-old male from Woodstock has been charged with failing to remain at the scene and dangerous driving causing bodily harm, while another 27-year-old male from Kitchener has been charged with dangerous driving causing bodily harm.

The roadway was shut down for several hours while accident reconstruction specialists conducted their investigation into the incident.

One of the passengers involved in the collision was transferred to a London hospital where he remains with serious injuries.