Man in his 30s struck and killed by vehicle in North York early Sunday
Pedestrian pronounced dead at scene near Keele and Steeles around 1:45 a.m. Driver remained at scene. Keele Street closed between two intersections.
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A man in his 30s was struck by a vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene in North York early Sunday morning around 1:45 a.m.
Toronto police responded to reports of a man lying on the roadway near Keele Street and Steeles Avenue W. Toronto paramedics confirmed an adult death at the scene; the man was not transported to hospital.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene. Police have not released information about the circumstances of how the man came to be on the roadway, the vehicle type involved, or the driver's identity or condition. No word yet on whether charges are being considered.
Keele Street is closed between The Chimneystack Road and York Boulevard while the investigation continues. Residents are urged to take alternate routes.
What circumstances led the man to be lying on the roadway?
Has the driver been charged or questioned?
We'll update this story as answers emerge.
The facts
Where did the fatal collision occur?
Near Keele Street and Steeles Avenue W in North York.
What time was the man pronounced dead?
Around 1:45 a.m. on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Did the driver stay at the scene?
Yes, the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.
Which section of Keele Street is closed?
Keele Street is closed between The Chimneystack Road and York Boulevard due to the ongoing investigation.
