Appeal for Witnesses in Brampton Pedestrian Fatality

Investigators from the Major Collision Bureau are seeking the public’s assistance in their investigation into a pedestrian fatality.

On Monday November 20, 2017, at approximately 9:35 p.m., the victim was crossing Queen Street West near Elbern Markell Drive in the City of Brampton. At the same time, a vehicle travelling west on Queen Street West struck the victim. The vehicle remained on scene.

The victim, a 30 year-old male from Brampton succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Investigators are appealing for witnesses who may have witnessed the collision, have dashboard video footage of the incident or who may have information regarding the actions of the pedestrian and / or driver prior to the collision.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators with the Major Collision Bureau at (905) 453-2121, ext. 3710. Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca or by sending a text message to CRIMES (274637) with the word ‘PEEL’ and then your tip.

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Police said that a 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the incident. He cannot be identified under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.