8 people hurt, pickup truck driver arrested after TTC crash in North York

Incident details

The driver of a pickup truck has been arrested after colliding with a TTC bus in North York—injuring eight people.

• The Toronto Police Service (TPS) said the incident took place at the corner of Yonge Street and Finch Avenue around 4:20 a.m. ET on Oct. 31.
• When officers arrived on scene, they found a damaged pickup truck and TTC bus near the subway station.
• The TTC bus driver was among the eight people hurt during the crash.
• While the injuries vary in severity, none are considered to be life-threatening.

WATCH: TPS Media Officer Viktor Sarudi provides an update on the collision at Yonge Street and Finch Avenue.

Media Officer Viktor Sarudi speaks about this morning’s collision at Yonge St. and Finch Ave. pic.twitter.com/gEtDmLqcFu

— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) October 31, 2024

Investigation updates

The cause of the 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 TPS at 416-808-1900.

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