Newmarket pedestrian, 20, fatally struck; police seek witnesses

A 20-year-old woman from Newmarket died after she was struck by a vehicle near Davis Drive and Bathurst Street on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, York Regional Police said. Investigators are asking witnesses and people with dash-camera footage to come forward.

Officers responded to the area at approximately 6 p.m. after receiving multiple calls about a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle, according to police. They found the woman at the scene with serious injuries. She was taken to hospital and pronounced dead shortly afterward.

The vehicle and its driver remained at the scene, police said. No charges have been laid, and the investigation is ongoing. The York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit is investigating the fatal collision.

Police appeal for information

Investigators want to hear from witnesses who have not yet spoken with police. They are also seeking dash-camera footage from the area around the time of the collision. Anyone with information can contact the Major Collision Investigation Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7704.

Police said video can be uploaded through their online evidence portal at https://yrp.ca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/26-375062. The appeal is directed at people who may have footage from the area around the time of the collision, as well as witnesses who have not yet contacted police.