Richmond Hill: 4 pedestrians struck, crossing guard in critical condition

Four pedestrians, including two children, were injured after a vehicle struck them in Richmond Hill on Thursday, Nov. 5, York Regional Police said. A 61-year-old crossing guard remains in life-threatening condition.

Officers responded at approximately 3:15 p.m. to reports that multiple pedestrians had been struck near Major Mackenzie Drive East and Essex Avenue. They found two women and two children at the scene with injuries of varying severity, police said.

The crossing guard, a Richmond Hill resident, was working at the time of the collision. She was taken to a trauma centre, where she remains in life-threatening condition, according to police.

A 36-year-old woman from Richmond Hill and the two children, aged one and seven, were taken to hospital with minor injuries, police said. The vehicle and its driver remained at the scene.

No charges have been laid, and the investigation is ongoing. The York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit is investigating and is asking for help from witnesses.

Police seek witnesses and video

Investigators want to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision and has 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. Video can be uploaded at https://yrp.ca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/26-376269.