A pedestrian was tragically run over by a transit bus at Metrotown, according to police.
The incident occurred on Wednesday evening at the busy intersection of Central Boulevard and Willingdon Avenue. Witnesses reported seeing a transit bus turning left onto Central Boulevard when it struck a pedestrian who was crossing the street.
Emergency services were immediately called to the scene and the pedestrian was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the transit bus remained at the scene and is cooperating with the police investigation.
The intersection was closed for several hours as police gathered evidence and interviewed witnesses. The transit bus involved in the incident has been taken out of service for a thorough inspection.
Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward and provide any information they may have. They are also reminding pedestrians to always use designated crosswalks and to be aware of their surroundings when crossing the street.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety for both drivers and pedestrians. The investigation is ongoing and further updates will be provided as they become available.
