One dead in Milton crash

An early morning crash in Milton claimed the life of one and left three others in critical but stable condition.

It happened just after 1 a.m. this morning on 5th Line, south of Britannia Road. The accident involved one vehicle. The Pontiac Grand Prix with two men and two women inside.

Halton Police say the 18-year-old male driver was heading southbound on 5th Line when he lost control of the car. It flipped over, hitting a hydro pole and eventually coming to rest in a field on the west side of the road.

The 17-year-old male passenger died at the scene, while the other three were taken to nearby trauma centres. Their conditions are said to be serious but stable.

The collision reconstruction unit is investigating. They have said they will not release the names of the victims.