Officers, Huron County Paramedics and Goderich Fire responded at 11:50 pm to the scene of a single vehicle collision on Golf Course Road just west of Lucknow Line.
18-year-old Euan Muir of Goderich died because of injuries sustained in the crash.
The 17-year-old of Central Huron has been charged with dangerous operation causing death.
The accused has been released from custody with an upcoming court date.
Anyone with information regarding the crash are asked to contact Huron County OPP or anonymously to Crime Stoppers.