Rear-end Collision Leads to Confrontation Between Drivers & Charges

Portland – An individual is facing criminal charges after being involved in a physical dispute on Highway 15 near Freeland Road.

On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, shortly after 11:00 p.m., members of the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a rear-end collision involving two vehicles.

The vehicle that was struck left the scene prior to police arrival. The driver who remained on scene sustained non-life-threatening injuries following a physical altercation with the driver of the other vehicle. He was transported to a regional trauma centre for medical treatment.

With the assistance of members of the public, police located a short distance away the heavily damaged vehicle that had fled the scene approximately one hour later. The driver was located and subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, 39-year-old Arian BARAKI of Caledon has been charged with the following offences:

• Assault causing bodily harm
• Dangerous operation
• Failure to stop after accident
• Driving while under suspension

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on May 29, 2026.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. If you witness dangerous or erratic driving behaviour, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.