Waterloo Regional Police have laid a charge in a collision involving an LRT Train in Kitchener.

On April 30, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., emergency services responded to reports of a collision between a motor vehicle and an ION Light Rail Transit (LRT) vehicle in the area of King Street West and Linwood Avenue.

The driver of the motor vehicle sustained minor physical injuries, and was transported to a local hospital.  

The incident resulted in road closures for multiple hours due to repairs and the investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 31-year-old male from out of region was charged with careless driving and turn not in safety.