A tragic incident occurred in North York on Monday evening as a man was struck and killed by a vehicle, according to police.
The incident took place at the intersection of Yonge Street and Finch Avenue around 6:30 p.m. The victim, a 45-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to witnesses, the man was crossing the street when he was hit by a vehicle traveling southbound on Yonge Street. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities.
Police have not released the identity of the victim, pending notification of next of kin. They are also investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The intersection was closed for several hours as police conducted their investigation, causing traffic delays in the area. It has since been reopened.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder for both drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution and follow traffic laws to prevent such accidents from occurring. Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist with their investigation.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
