Edmonton police have launched an urgent public appeal for witnesses following a devastating collision that left a wheelchair user fighting for his life in hospital.
The incident occurred around 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday near the intersection of 137 Avenue and 124 Street in northwest Edmonton. According to investigators, a man using a wheelchair was crossing the road when he was struck by a dark-colored SUV.
The victim, whose identity has not been released, suffered life-threatening injuries and was rushed to hospital by paramedics. Police confirmed he remains in critical condition.
"We need anyone who witnessed this collision or has dashcam footage from the area to come forward immediately," said EPS spokesperson in a statement. "Every piece of information could be crucial to our investigation."
Critical Witness Appeal
Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with several potential witnesses who were seen in the area at the time of the collision:
- A person riding a bicycle near the intersection
- Multiple pedestrians who may have witnessed the event
- Any drivers with dashcam footage from 137 Avenue between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m.
The driver of the SUV remained at the scene and is cooperating with police. No charges have been filed at this time as the investigation continues.
Community Response and Safety Concerns
The collision has raised concerns about pedestrian safety in the northwest Edmonton neighborhood. Local residents expressed shock at the incident, noting the area's busy traffic patterns during evening hours.
"This is a terrible tragedy that highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, particularly those with mobility challenges," the police statement emphasized.
Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Edmonton Police Service collision investigation unit or Crime Stoppers anonymously. The investigation remains active as police work to determine the exact circumstances leading to the collision.
