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Crash claims 2nd teen’s life

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(Updated video:) The driver in Tuesday’s fatal crash in Freelton – Jake Vlietman, 16, of Flamborough, died late Wednesday afternoon in hospital.


Jake Vlietman/from Facebook
Jake Vlietman/from Facebook
Ingrid Thomas, 15, of Burlington (left), Vlietman’s passenger, died at the scene.

Vlietman (far left) was thrown from the vehicle when it left the road and slammed into a hydro pole, then a tree on the 11th Concession just east of Highway 6.

The crash remains under investigation, but police say speed and wet roads likely played a role. Police are still looking for witnesses to come forward.

A memorial for Thomas is set for Saturday.

Video: Adam Atkinson reports: