Winnipeg, Manitoba – A fatal collision involving a pedestrian and a tractor-trailer shut down part of a major Winnipeg intersection Saturday afternoon, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
According to the Winnipeg Police Service, the crash happened Saturday around 2:57 p.m. at the intersection of Dufferin Avenue and Main Street. Officers with the Traffic Unit responded to reports of a serious collision involving a pedestrian and a large commercial vehicle.
Authorities said a 50-year-old woman was transported to a local hospital in critical condition following the crash. She later succumbed to her injuries, police confirmed.
Investigators said the driver of the tractor-trailer remained at the scene and was cooperative as officers began examining the circumstances surrounding the collision. No charges have been announced as of Sunday, and officials have not released the identity of the victim pending notification of family.
The intersection remained impacted for a period of time as police conducted their investigation, contributing to traffic disruptions in the area. Motorists were urged to avoid the scene and seek alternate routes while emergency crews worked.
The Traffic Division continues to investigate the cause of the crash, including factors such as road conditions, visibility, and vehicle movement at the time of the incident.
Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam, security, or cellphone footage from the area around the time of the crash is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Traffic Unit. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
Officials are reminding drivers and pedestrians alike to remain vigilant, particularly at busy intersections, as the investigation remains active.
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