Woman, 82, dies after being struck by car at Bridletowne Circle and Finch in Scarborough
An 82-year-old pedestrian was struck and run over by a white Toyota RAV4 on Friday morning. She was taken to hospital in life-threatening condition and died that evening.
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An 82-year-old woman is dead following a collision in Scarborough on Friday, September 4. The incident occurred near Bridletowne Circle and Finch Avenue East shortly after 6 a.m.
A 49-year-old woman driving a white Toyota RAV4 was travelling southbound on Bridletowne Circle and turning westbound onto Finch Avenue East when the vehicle struck and ran over the pedestrian. The 82-year-old was crossing from the northwest corner of the intersection. She was transported to hospital in life-threatening condition and succumbed to her injuries Friday evening.
The driver and vehicle remained at the scene. Toronto Police Service indicated no suspected impairment was involved. Const. Jaime Loomans said Toronto that "it is too early to determine if speed was a factor." The investigation is ongoing.
Police are requesting anyone with information to contact them. Charges against the 49-year-old driver have not been announced.
The facts
Where did the fatal collision occur?
The collision happened at Bridletowne Circle and Finch Avenue East in Scarborough on Friday, September 4, 2026, shortly after 6 a.m.
What vehicle was involved in the collision?
A white Toyota RAV4 driven by a 49-year-old woman struck the pedestrian.
What is the status of the investigation?
Toronto Police Service found no suspected impairment and stated it is too early to determine if speed was a factor. The investigation is ongoing and no charges have been announced against the driver.
