Serious collision closes portion of Highway 15 south of Smiths Falls

UPDATE: ‘Jumped from the vehicle’: One person in critical condition following Smiths Falls collision

Leeds OPP and the Smiths Falls Police Service have both responded to a serious collision on Highway 15.

Police have closed Highway 15 north bound at Golf Club Road, rerouting traffic going into town. As of 8:30 p.m., the roadway was expected to be closed for a few hours.

Local traffic for Poonamaile Road is being let through.

This is a developing story; Lanarkist will provide updates as they are made available.