Pedestrian Killed in Fatal Collision in Scarborough: Authorities Investigate
Tragic pedestrian hit-and-run in Scarborough claims elderly man's life; police seek witnesses and dashcam footage.
A tragic accident claimed the life of a man in his 70s after a collision in Scarborough on Saturday night. Emergency crews arrived at the intersection of Eglinton Avenue East and Torrance Road just before 10:00 p.m. following reports that a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle.
Upon arrival, first responders discovered the pedestrian suffering from critical injuries. Paramedics provided immediate medical attention at the scene before transporting the man to hospital. Despite their efforts, he succumbed to his injuries and was later pronounced dead.
The driver involved in the incident remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities as the investigation unfolds. Officers cordoned off a section of the roadway for several hours late Saturday as they gathered evidence and interviewed witnesses in an effort to determine the circumstances leading up to the collision.
Toronto Police continue to urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who possesses dashcam footage to come forward as the investigation remains ongoing. No further details about the victim or potential charges have been released at this time.
