A pedestrian was hit by a pickup truck in Scarborough on Wednesday afternoon, resulting in serious injuries. The incident occurred near the intersection of Kennedy Road and Lawrence Avenue East around 2 p.m. Emergency services rushed the victim to a trauma centre in critical condition. Toronto police are investigating the cause of the crash and have not yet released details on charges or the driver involved.
Details of the Incident
According to police, the pedestrian was crossing the street when they were struck by the pickup truck. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities. The area was closed for several hours as investigators collected evidence and spoke with witnesses.
Ongoing Investigation
Traffic Services is leading the investigation. Anyone with dashcam footage or information is urged to contact police at 416-808-1900 or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
