Norfolk man killed in collision with horse

Police have identified a Norfolk man as the victim in fatal collision with a horse in Oxford County early Wednesday morning.

Arthur Ridgewell, 64, was the lone driver in the single-car collision.

On Wednesday, Feb. 17, before 5:30 a.m., police say a car struck a loose horse on Oxford County Road 13.

The driver died at the scene.

Police said in a release that the horse also died as a result of the collision. The investigation continues.

If anyone has any information they are being asked to contact the Oxford County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.oxfordcrimestoppers.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Jennifer Moore is an editorial assistant at The Spectator in Hamilton. Reach her via email: jmoore@thespec.com