Driver Charged After Pole Knocked Over

Friday, 5 September 2025 13:11

By Geoff Waterfield

Police say the driver was speeding on Lake Street in St. Catharines yesterday afternoon, when the vehicle hit a utility pole

A 40-year old St. Catharines resident has been charged with driving while under suspension and careless driving after a utility pole was knocked over.

Police got the call late yesterday afternoon, about a single vehicle crash in the Lake Street and Pinedale Avenue area.

They determined an Elantra was heading north on Lake at a high rate of speed, when it hit the pole, knocking the pole from it's foundation.

Police say the road was closed until 4:45 this morning.

There were no injuries, the driver has a future court date.

More from Local News

Most Councillors Agree Change Needed

Niagara's councillors voted to restrict Chair Gale from proceeding further over government change
St. Catharines Man Arrested Over Drugs

Police say this investigation started due to community complaints
Pair Arrested After Niagara Falls Drug Bust

Police found almost $115,000 worth of fentanyl and cocaine after searching car and house
Man Wanted in Sexual Assault Arrested

Police say 2 teenagers assaulted
St. Catharines Surges in Home Building

It's expecting the trend to continue this year, and following
Pelham/St. Catharines On Gov't Reform

St. Catharines Mayor Mat Siscoe announcing council meeting, public invited to speak
Mayor/Premier Agree on Gov't Reform

Jim Diodati points to public consultation, Doug Ford says this will save taxpayers
Provincial Gov't Marks Hospital Milestone

Premier Doug Ford in Niagara Falls to recognize progress on hospital construction

Driver Charged After Pole Knocked Over

Share

More from Local News