A driver has been charged after a video showed him nearly hitting a firefighter at a crash scene in Brampton, according to Peel Regional Police. The incident occurred on July 3, 2026, at approximately 5:25 PM EDT. The video, which circulated online, captured the driver swerving dangerously close to a firefighter who was working at the scene of a collision.
Details of the Incident
Peel Regional Police confirmed that the driver was arrested and charged with dangerous driving. The firefighter was not injured, but the close call raised concerns about public safety at emergency scenes. Police are reminding drivers to slow down and move over when approaching emergency vehicles on the roadside.
Broader Context of Road Safety
This incident comes amid a series of recent crashes and safety issues in the region. Earlier, a nine-vehicle collision in Vaughan sent six people to hospital, and a man was arrested in connection with that crash. Additionally, seven fatal crashes occurred in Waterloo Region in the first six months of 2026. In another case, a driver told police he consumed "a lot" of alcohol after being stopped.
Peel Regional Police urge anyone with dashcam footage of the Brampton incident to come forward. The investigation is ongoing.
