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London teen killed in collision in Oxford County

Provincial police in Oxford County have identified a London teen as the victim of a fatal single vehicle crash last weekend.

Around 7:50 a.m. on Sunday, October 3, emergency crews were called to the scene of the collision on Road 84 in Zorra Township. The driver of the vehicle was rushed to hospital with life threatening injuries. Police say he later died in hospital.

The driver has been identified as David Dent, 18, of London.

"David’s contagious smile, quick wit and large heart endeared him to anyone privileged to know him," an obituary for the teen read.

His funeral will be held Friday.

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