A woman has died following a single-vehicle collision on Highway 401 near Courtice, Ontario, early Sunday morning, November 1, 2026.
The crash happened at approximately 5:30 a.m. on the eastbound exit ramp leading from Highway 401 to Courtice Road. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the scene and confirmed that the woman driving the vehicle was taken to hospital, where she later died.
Her name and age had not been released in the initial reports.
Collision Leads to Highway 401 Ramp Closure
The incident involved one vehicle on the eastbound off-ramp to Courtice Road. The woman was reportedly the only occupant.
Following the collision, police closed the affected exit ramp while officers examined the scene and gathered information. The westbound on-ramp at Megawatt Drive was also affected by traffic restrictions.
Motorists were advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes while the investigation was underway.
Police Confirm Woman’s Death
An OPP update issued at approximately 9:50 a.m. confirmed that the woman had died after being transported to hospital.
The eastbound off-ramp to Courtice Road was later reopened at approximately 12:29 p.m., after the police response and initial investigation at the scene.
Cause of the Collision Remains Under Investigation
Police have not established what caused the vehicle to crash. The available information does not confirm whether driver error, road conditions, weather or another factor contributed to the incident.
Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the collision. No further personal information about the woman had been made public in the reports supplied.
Obituary: An unidentified woman died following a single-vehicle collision on Highway 401 near Courtice, Ontario, on November 1, 2026.
Cause of Death: She died after sustaining injuries in the Highway 401 collision. The specific medical cause of death has not been disclosed.
Funeral Arrangements: No funeral or memorial arrangements have been announced.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the supplied account of police updates and published reports. The woman’s identity and the precise cause of the collision have not been established in the information provided.