BRACEBRIDGE — The driver of a truck, who ran from the scene of a crash on Highway 11, was caught by police after he allegedly stole a canoe and paddled into Bracebridge.

Bracebridge OPP were called to assist at a collision on the southbound lanes of Highway 11 south of Cedar Lane, shortly after 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5.

A pickup truck towing three snowmobiles had crashed into the ditch and the male driver fled the area on foot. Bracebridge OPP, assisted by OPP canine unit and Central Region emergency response team (ERT) searched the area to no avail.

However, he was located by police and arrested after allegedly stealing a canoe and paddling into Bracebridge.