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On April 3, 2026, emergency services responded to a collision involving a GMC pickup truck and an e-bike at the intersection of Lancaster Street and Guelph Street in Kitchener. 

The 44-year-old e-bike operator was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

As a result of the investigation, a 38-year-old Kitchener male has been charged with Careless Driving Causing Death and Turn Not in Safety.

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Members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service's Traffic Services Unit are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision in Kitchener.

On April 3, 2026, at approximately 9:45 p.m., emergency services responded to reports of a collision involving a GMC pickup truck and an e‑bike at the intersection of Lancaster Street and Guelph Street.

The driver of the e‑bike, a 44‑year‑old Kitchener male, was transported by paramedics to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the GMC pickup truck, a 38‑year‑old Kitchener male, did not sustain any physical injuries.

The intersection was closed for several hours while police conducted the investigation.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dash camera footage is encouraged to contact the Waterloo Regional Police Service at 519‑570‑9777. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.