A portion of Highway 17 between Pembroke and Cobden is expected to be closed for some time this morning following a fatal collision.
Upper Ottawa Valley Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating the crash.
Highway 17 is closed in both directions between County Rd 24 and White Water Road in Pembroke and County Road 8/Main Street in Cobden.
The reopening time is unknown and police say a lengthy closure is expected. Detours are in place and drivers are asked to plan alternate routes.
(Sherry Haaima)