A pedestrian was struck by a truck in Toronto's Cabbagetown neighborhood on Friday afternoon, sustaining serious injuries. The incident occurred near the intersection of Parliament Street and Carlton Street, according to police. Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the collision and transported the victim to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the truck remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and police are asking any witnesses to come forward. Traffic in the area was disrupted for several hours as officers conducted their investigation. This incident adds to a growing concern about pedestrian safety in the city, as advocates call for improved infrastructure and stricter enforcement of traffic laws.
