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Driver in Alliston strikes 7-year-old with vehicle and flees the scene
August 14, 2025 · 0 Comments
Nottawasaga Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are investigating a motor vehicle collision involving a young child in New Tecumseth on Aug. 9.
Shortly before 11 p.m., officers responded to an emergency call regarding a motor vehicle that had struck a pedestrian and fled the scene on Church Street South in Alliston. The pedestrian, a 7-year-old, was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
Officers located the suspect vehicle shortly after on Industrial Parkway.
As a result of their investigation, Matthew Zadran, 19, of Alliston, was charged with the following:
- Failure to stop after accident
- Dangerous operation
- Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (two counts)
- Assault with a Weapon (three counts)
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Drive motor vehicle – Perform stunt
- Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm
A 16-year-old youth from Bradford (name withheld under the Youth Criminal Justice Act) was charged with the following:
- Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (two counts)
Both accused parties were held in custody for a bail hearing at a later time.
None of the listed charges have been proven in court.
The OPP Major Crime unit is assisting with the ongoing investigation, and police are asking anyone with information to call Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
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