An Oshawa pedestrian collision has claimed the life of a 31-year-old man, Durham Regional Police confirmed on October 16. Investigators are asking anyone who saw the collision near Ritson Road South and Vimy Avenue to come forward.
Officers from Central East Division responded at approximately 7:55 p.m. on Thursday, October 15. Police say the man was crossing Ritson Road South when a southbound blue Dodge Caravan struck him. A northbound black Volkswagen SUV then struck the pedestrian.
The man was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead. Police have not publicly identified him in the release.
Both drivers stayed at the scene and cooperated with officers, according to DRPS. Members of the Collision Investigation Unit attended to examine what happened. The cause remains under investigation; the release does not announce charges or assign responsibility for the collision.
The police confirmation establishes the fatal outcome of the Oshawa pedestrian collision. Earlier reporting had described life-threatening injuries. Durham Radio News also reported the death on Friday morning.
Witnesses and anyone with relevant information can contact Detective Constable Daniels at 905-579-1520, extension 5226, or toll-free at 1-888-579-1520. Anonymous information can be provided to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. No road-reopening time was provided in the police release.
