BlackburnNews.com file photo of Sarnia police cruisers. (Photo by Melanie Irwin)BlackburnNews.com file photo of Sarnia police cruisers. (Photo by Melanie Irwin)
Sarnia

Charges Laid In Fatal Pedestrian Crash

The investigation of a fatal crash involving a pedestrian in Sarnia last month has led to charges.

Sarnia police say Donald Blythe, 76, of Sarnia was struck and killed by a vehicle on Murphy Rd. south of Bradford Dr. around 9:30pm July 7.

The collision was investigated by both the Traffic Branch and Criminal Investigation Branch.

Police say Gregory Ballard, 46, of Sarnia was arrested Wednesday and charged with dangerous driving causing death and careless driving.

He has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on September 11.

Read More Local Stories

Members of the Sarnia Police Service entering a Tashmoo Avenue residence on June 4, 2026. (Photo courtesy of the Sarnia Police Service)

Two men arrested in Tashmoo Ave. standoff

Sarnia police said the investigation began on May 29 after the victim was allegedly attacked by acquaintances at a residence near Tashmoo Avenue and Christopher Drive at Aamjiwnaang First Nation.