Downtown Toronto crash: Driver hits pedestrian, tree, store near Jarvis and Front

Two people were hospitalized following a collision in downtown Toronto on Tuesday afternoon, according to Toronto police. The incident occurred shortly after 5 p.m. near the intersection of Jarvis and Front streets.

Incident Details

Toronto police reported that the driver first struck a pedestrian before colliding with a tree and eventually crashing into a storefront. The crash resulted in the tree being knocked down and significant damage to the storefront.

COLLISION:
Jarvis St + Front St East
5:13 p.m.
– Reports that a vehicle hit a tree, pedestian and a storefront
– Police are on scene
– Tree has been knocked over
– Unknown injuries for the pedestrian and driver
– Jarvis closed from Front to King @TTCnotices#GO1386939
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— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) June 25, 2024

Victim Information

Both the pedestrian and the driver were transported to the hospital. The extent of their injuries is currently unknown.

Investigation and Road Closures

• Jarvis Street remains closed from Front to King streets as police conduct their investigation.
• Authorities are working to determine the cause of the collision.

Scene and Aftermath

Toronto police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has additional information to come forward.

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