Boy Seriously Injured in Brampton SUV Collision
A 16-year-old boy was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being struck by a sport utility vehicle in Brampton on Monday evening. The collision occurred at the intersection of Bovaird Drive and Kennedy Road, a location that has seen multiple incidents in recent years.
Emergency crews responded to the scene shortly after 7 p.m. The teenager was found conscious but with life-threatening injuries. He was transported to a trauma centre in Toronto for treatment. The driver of the SUV remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
Peel Regional Police have not yet laid charges, but the investigation is ongoing. Traffic services officers are examining the circumstances, including vehicle speed and pedestrian right-of-way. The intersection has been flagged by local residents as dangerous, with calls for improved crossing signals and better lighting.
This incident comes amid a broader concern over pedestrian safety in Brampton and across the Greater Toronto Area. In 2025 alone, the city recorded over 200 pedestrian-involved collisions. Community advocates are urging the city to implement traffic calming measures, especially near schools and residential areas.
Anyone with information or dashcam footage is asked to contact Peel Regional Police or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
