
Hwy. 403 westbound lanes in Mississauga closed due to motorcycle collision
The westbound lanes of Highway 403 are closed at Dundas Street due to a collision. (MTO)
The westbound lanes of Highway 403 at Dundas Street in Mississauga are blocked due to a motorcycle collision.
Ontario Provincial Police are responding to the collision that occurred just after 3:30 p.m.
There is no immediate word on injuries.
The cause of the collision is unknown. It is unclear when the highway will fully reopen.
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