A tragic incident occurred in central Edmonton on Tuesday evening, resulting in the death of one pedestrian and the hospitalization of another.
According to police, the two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle near the intersection of 107 Avenue and 101 Street around 8:30 p.m. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported both pedestrians to the hospital. Sadly, one of the victims succumbed to their injuries while the other remains in critical condition.
The identities of the victims have not been released at this time, pending notification of next of kin.
The intersection was closed for several hours as police investigated the incident. They are urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward with any information.
This tragic event serves as a reminder for both drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution and follow traffic laws to ensure the safety of all individuals on the road.
The investigation is ongoing and further updates will be provided as they become available. Our thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones during this difficult time.
