Woman, 83, Fatally Struck by Vehicle in Markham; Police Seek Dash Cam Video
An 83-year-old woman died after being struck by a vehicle near 16th Avenue and Markham Road on October 31. York Regional Police are asking witnesses to come forward.
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An 83-year-old woman has died after being struck by a vehicle in Markham on the evening of Saturday, October 31, 2026, according to York Regional Police. Officers were called to the area of 16th Avenue and Markham Road at about 5:40 p.m. after reports that a pedestrian had been hit.
What police found
When officers arrived, they found the woman on the roadway with critical injuries, police said. Members of the public and first responders tried to save her life before she was taken to hospital. She was later pronounced dead.
According to police, the driver and the vehicle involved stayed at the scene.
The York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit is handling the case, and police said the investigation is ongoing.
Appeal for witnesses and video
Investigators want to hear from:
- Any witnesses who have not yet spoken with police
- Anyone with dash camera footage from the area around the time of the collision
Police said video can be uploaded at yrp.ca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/26-370708 or by scanning a QR code provided by York Regional Police.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7704.
About these reports
This article is based on the official statement linked below. Charges are allegations; everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Official source: York Regional Police
