Fatal crash in Aylmer knocks out power
An Aylmer police vehicle is seen in this undated photo. (Source: Aylmer police/Facebook)
One person has died after a crash in Aylmer on Monday evening.
The incident happened on South Street West between Wellington Street and Raglan Street when a vehicle struck a hydro pole.
South Street west was closed for several hours while repairs were made.
According to police, a 57-year-old man and lone person in the vehicle, was taken to hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
Power was restored around 4 a.m.
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