One person was sent to hospital and an intersection was closed after a collision involving a pedestrian and a driver in downtown Victoria, according to police.
“We don’t have an update on the pedestrian’s condition as of yet,” a Victoria Police spokesperson said around 5 p.m. Wednesday.
“No arrests. Very early in the investigation.”
In an update at 3:52 p.m., Victoria police said the intersection of Douglas Street at Yates Street was reopened to traffic after it was fully closed.
“Thank you for your patience as our (VicPD traffic) investigators gathered evidence for our investigation,” said police in a tweet.
UPDATE | Douglas & Yates are now being reopened to #yyjtraffic. Thank you for your patience as our @vicpdtraffic investigators gathered evidence for our investigation. #yyj https://t.co/WRv7KHbo7z
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) August 2, 2023
Around 1:50 p.m., VicPD said officers were investigating the crash. They said Douglas Street was closed at Yates Street, and that traffic would be disrupted in the area.
“Please choose another route,” said police in a tweet.
“Our (VicPD traffic) officers are on scene and are investigating. One person has been transported to hospital,” added police. “Significant delays will occur in the area.”
A CHEK News reporter on scene captured photos of the intersection cordoned off with police tape. A grey Porsche SUV was photographed behind the tape.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Our @vicpdtraffic officers are on scene & are investigating. One person has been transported to hospital. Douglas at Yates are closed to #yyjtraffic while we do our work. Significant delays will occur in the area. Pls use an alternate route. #yyj https://t.co/j5YyEjhECf
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) August 2, 2023
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