Police seeking witnesses to serious pedestrian collision downtown

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By Rachel Morgan

Posted Mar 1, 2025 07:01:17 PM.

Last Updated Mar 3, 2025 01:35:31 PM.

The Ottawa Police Fatal Collision Unit is seeking witnesses to a serious collision that occurred Saturday morning at the intersection of Laurier Avenue East and Cumberland Street.

Emergency crews were called to the downtown intersection around 6:45 a.m. for a collision involving a pedestrian that had been struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian, who police describe as a man in his 20s, was transported to hospital by paramedics in life-threatening condition.

Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dashcam footage.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigation Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 2345 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers.

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