NewzToronto police are searching for a driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run that occurred early Tuesday morning in the Scarborough district. Officers responded to reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle at approximately 1:52 a.m. near the intersection of Midland and McNicoll avenues.
The incident resulted in the death of the pedestrian, prompting an ongoing police investigation into the circumstances of the collision. Authorities are currently appealing to the public for information to help locate the driver and vehicle responsible for fleeing the scene.
The tragedy occurs amid a concerning broader trend in the city, with Toronto pedestrian fatalities reaching a multi-year high. The rising number of pedestrian deaths has intensified scrutiny regarding road safety and traffic enforcement across the municipality.
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