A man suffered serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in North York on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred in the area of Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue, a busy intersection in the northern part of Toronto.
Emergency crews, including paramedics and police, responded to the scene shortly after the call was received. The victim was transported to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, according to paramedics.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. Police have not released any information regarding potential charges, as the investigation is ongoing.
Traffic in the area was affected for several hours as police conducted their investigation. The intersection has since been reopened to traffic.
This incident adds to a growing concern over pedestrian safety in the Greater Toronto Area. Advocacy groups have been calling for improved infrastructure and stricter enforcement of traffic laws to protect vulnerable road users.
Anyone with information or dashcam footage is urged to contact Toronto police or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
