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Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in Grimsby

A 71-year-old woman was hit by a vehicle Saturday afternoon
2021-04-05 Niagara Regional Police cruiser
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NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
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Update 1 - May 2, 2021

The victim has succumbed to her injuries. Out of respect for next of kin, no further information is being released.

The investigation remains ongoing by detectives with the Collision Reconstruction Unit

Anyone with information or anyone with video surveillance in the area are asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police at 905-688-4111, ext. 1009265.

Original Release - May 2, 2021 

On Saturday, May 1, 2021, at approximately 3:42 p.m., 8 District (Grimsby) uniform officers, the Grimsby Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services attended the area of Main Street East and Nelles Road S in the Town of Grimsby, in regards to a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle.

Investigation revealed that a 71-year-old female was crossing the street. A 57-year-old female was driving a blue Dodge Charger westbound on Main Street East. As a result, the vehicle struck the pedestrian.

The 71-year-old female pedestrian was transported to an out-of-region hospital with life threatening injuries.

The 57-year-old female did not sustain any physical injuries.

The collision remains under investigation by detectives with the Collision Reconstruction Unit. 

Anyone with information or anyone with video surveillance in the area are asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police at 905-688-4111, ext. 1009265

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