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One person dead after serious crash closes Hwy. 400 in North York

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Fatal collision shuts down northbound Hwy. 400 at Finch Avenue on Saturday August 1, 2026 (CP24 photo).

One person is dead after a serious collision forced the closure of all northbound lanes on Highway 400 in North York, Saturday morning.

In a post to social media, the OPP says the crash occurred on Highway 400 northbound at Finch Avenue, prompting emergency crews to close all lanes while they responded.

Police have since confirmed to CP24 that one person was pronounced dead at the scene.

In an update, officials noted foul play is not suspected, and that an adult male pedestrian was pronounced deceased after a collision with a transport truck.

OPP Fatal collision shuts down northbound Hwy. 400 at Finch Avenue on Saturday August 1, 2026 (CP24 photo).

The highway was closed for a few hours but has since reopened.

Police say further information will be released as the investigation continues.