A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle in Brampton on Tuesday night and was left with fatal injuries, according to police.
It happened in the area of Steeles Avenue East and Kennedy Road South at approximately 9:12 p.m.
Paramedics say a 50-year-old man was rushed to a trauma center after the collision.
It is unclear whether the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene after the accident.
Police say Steeles Avenue East is closed between Kennedy Road and Hartford Trail as a result.
Drivers in the area are asked to use alternative routes.
COLLISION: – Steeles Ave E / Kennedy Rd S, # Brampton- A pedestrian hit by a vehicle- A pedestrian transported to a life-threatening trauma center- Steeles Ave E is closed between Kennedy Rd and Hartford Tr- Use alternative routes – C / R at 9:12 p.m.- PR22-0232693
– Peel Regional Police (@PeelPolice) July 13, 2022