Pedestrian, 65, Remains Critical After Being Struck on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg

A 65-year-old woman remains in critical condition after she was struck by a vehicle while crossing Portage Avenue in Winnipeg's Westwood area, according to the Winnipeg Police Service.

Police said officers were called at about 1:30 p.m. on November 3, 2026, to a collision involving a pedestrian in the 3200 block of Portage Avenue. The police release was issued at 9:17 a.m. on November 3, 2026, earlier than the collision time it gives, so the date or time stated in the release may be incorrect.

What police said

According to police, the woman was hit while she was crossing the eastbound lanes of traffic. She was taken to hospital in critical condition. Police said there are no updates on her condition at this time.

The driver stayed at the scene and spoke with officers, police said. The release does not mention any charges.

Investigation continues

The Winnipeg Police Service Traffic Division is continuing the investigation. Police have not released further details about the circumstances of the collision.

• Location: 3200 block of Portage Avenue, Westwood
• Time: about 1:30 p.m., November 3, 2026, according to the police release
• Pedestrian: 65-year-old woman, in critical condition
• Driver: remained at the scene and met with police
• Police file number: C26-279566

Crime in Winnipeg

Winnipeg's Crime Severity Index was 113.42 in 2025, down 9.38% from the previous year, and its Violent Crime Severity Index was 170.06, according to Statistics Canada.