A woman is in serious condition after being struck by a vehicle at a bus shelter in Etobicoke on Friday morning. Toronto police responded to the incident at the intersection of Kipling Avenue and Horner Avenue around 9:30 a.m. The victim, whose age has not been released, was transported to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. The cause of the collision is under investigation, and no charges have been laid at this time. The area was closed for several hours for investigation but has since reopened.
Details of the Incident
According to emergency services, the woman was waiting at the bus shelter when a vehicle mounted the curb and struck her. Paramedics treated her on site before rushing her to hospital. Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward. This is the second such incident in the area this month, raising concerns about pedestrian safety.
Community Response
Local residents have expressed shock and concern over the accident. "It's terrifying to think that waiting for a bus can be so dangerous," said a nearby resident. City officials have been urged to review safety measures at bus shelters, including barriers and better signage. The investigation continues.
