Hundreds of screws spilled onto Woodlawn Road in Guelph on Tuesday, puncturing tires and forcing police to shut the corridor for about an hour while crews swept debris.
Investigators believe the fasteners fell from an unsecured load on a vehicle traveling through the area. No collisions with injuries were reported, but multiple motorists required tire changes.
Public works staff joined officers to collect scattered hardware and restore a safe driving surface before reopening lanes.
Police appealed for dashcam or witness information to identify the vehicle responsible for the hazardous spill.
Officials reminded commercial drivers to secure cargo under municipal and provincial safety regulations to prevent road debris incidents.
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Sources:
https://www.guelphpolice.ca/news/posts/media-release-july-28-2026/