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Collision claims life of teenager

A collision in South Bruce Peninsula has claimed the life of a teenager.

The OPP says it happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday on Hwy. 6 near Limberlost Road.

Police say an SUV and another vehicle collided head-on.

A 17-year-old from Markham died in the collision. Three other people suffered serious, but non-life threatening injuries.

Anyone with information is asked to call the OPP 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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