The Trent Hills community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 14-year-old Colson Myers, who passed away following a tragic ATV rollover on April 22, 2026, in Northumberland County, Ontario.
According to the Ontario Provincial Police, emergency crews were called at approximately 4:15 p.m. to an off-road trail between Burnbrae Road East and Loucks Road after reports of a single-vehicle ATV rollover. Despite rapid response and emergency medical efforts, Colson Myers was transported to Campbellford Memorial Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
The trail remained closed for several hours as investigators with the OPP, including collision reconstruction teams, carefully examined the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation remains ongoing.
In Trent Hills, the news has left an overwhelming sense of grief and disbelief. Family, friends, classmates, and neighbors are struggling to process the sudden loss of a young life taken far too soon.
Colson is being remembered as a bright and kind-hearted teenager who carried a natural warmth that touched everyone around him. Those who knew him describe him as joyful, respectful, and full of life—someone who made others feel included and valued simply by being himself.
He had a deep love for the outdoors and sports, spending much of his time playing hockey and baseball, and enjoying activities like golfing, hunting, and fishing. He was also deeply connected to his beloved dog, Cooper, who was rarely far from his side.
As the community grieves, support continues to grow for the Myers family. In true small-town fashion, friends, neighbors, and local organizations have come together in compassion and solidarity, offering comfort and strength during this incredibly painful time.
Though his life ended far too soon, Colson Myers will be remembered for the light, laughter, and love he brought into the world, and for the lasting impact he leaves behind in the hearts of all who knew him.
