Pedestrian dead, struck by dump truck near Bathurst-Wilson Parkette

Incident details

Toronto police are investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian and a dump truck in North York.

• The incident took place on Wilson Avenue, near the Bathurst-Wilson Parkette, before 11 a.m. ET on Feb. 11.
• Duty senior officer Brian Maslowski told CityNews Toronto that a pedestrian, an 81-year-old woman, was crossing at a crosswalk north on Wilson when she was hit by a dump truck.
• “Citizens in the area immediately attempted first aid, but unfortunately she succumbed to her injuries,” Maslowski said.
• The driver of the dump truck remained at the scene.
• Motorists are being asked to avoid the area.

Investigation updates

The cause of the fatal collision remains under investigation. It’s unclear if charges are pending.

Anyone with information on the incident, including cellphone or dashcam footage, is asked to contact Toronto police.

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Legal resources

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