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Merlin Area Crash Claims a Life

A Wheatley man has died following collision near Merlin.

Around 9:45pm Friday night, emergency crews responded to a single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Merlin Road and Ninth Line.

According to Chatham-Kent Police, the vehicle heading westbound on Ninth Line when he crashed into the ditch on the west side of Merlin Road.

The 27-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Chatham-Kent Police Traffic Management Unit continues to investigate. Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Kristen CHARRON at kristenc@chatham-kent.ca or 519-355-1092.