Woman struck by vehicle in Eglinton-Dufferin driveway dies from injuries
A 63-year-old was guiding a driver up a ramp Thursday evening when the Honda Passport lurched forward. It marks Toronto's second fatal private-property collision this year.
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A 63-year-old woman died Thursday evening after being struck by a vehicle in a driveway near Eglinton Avenue West and Dufferin Street.
Toronto police responded around 8:25 p.m. to reports of a pedestrian seriously injured on private property. The woman was standing in front of a black Honda Passport, guiding the 73-year-old driver up a temporary ramp, when the vehicle suddenly lurched forward. She was rushed to hospital in critical condition but was pronounced dead.
Members of Traffic Services are leading the investigation and gathered evidence at the scene Thursday night. The incident marks Toronto's second private-property fatal collision of 2026, police said.
Authorities are appealing to residents, businesses and drivers in the area who may have security or dashcam footage to contact investigators.
The facts
Who was involved in the collision near Eglinton and Dufferin on Thursday?
A 63-year-old woman was struck by a black Honda Passport driven by a 73-year-old driver. The woman was guiding the driver up a temporary ramp when the vehicle lurched forward.
When did the collision occur?
Toronto police responded around 8:25 p.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2026, to reports of a pedestrian seriously injured on private property near Eglinton Avenue West and Dufferin Street.
How many fatal private-property collisions has Toronto had in 2026?
This incident marks Toronto's second private-property fatal collision of 2026.
