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Two people tossed off an ATV in Amaranth Twp.

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Two people were injured after being thrown from an ATV.

Dufferin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a serious collision involving an ATV carrying four passengers on private property.

Dufferin OPP was called to the ATV collision on the Mono-Amaranth Townline in Amaranth on Sunday at 4:45 p.m.

Two occupants of the four-seater side-by-side were ejected from the vehicle and suffered serious injuries.

The other two occupants received minor injuries.

None of the riders were wearing seatbelts or helmets.

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Police want to remind ATV operators to use them responsibly and have proper safety equipment to prevent a fun time turning into a tragic event.

ATV operators should:

  • Always wear a comfortable, well-fitted and fastened approved helmet
  • Never drink and ride
  • Take a safety course and get to know your equipment
  • Stay in control and ride within your skill level
  • Know your responsibilities wherever you ride
  • Let someone know your trip or activity plans
  • Wear seatbelts when applicable