Vehicle Strikes Pedestrian in Surrey; Driver Cooperates with Authorities

A pedestrian was taken to hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries following a collision with a vehicle in Cloverdale, Surrey, on the evening of November 22, 2023. The incident occurred around 19:00 at the intersection of 56 Avenue (Highway 10) and 177 B Street, where marked crosswalks are located.

Emergency services, including paramedics and police, responded promptly to the scene after receiving reports of a single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. According to police, the driver remained at the scene and is currently cooperating with the investigation.

Authorities indicated that preliminary findings suggest the vehicle was turning when it struck the pedestrian as they were crossing the street. Police have confirmed that impairment is not considered a contributing factor in this incident. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.

As the community processes this event, local authorities continue to emphasize pedestrian safety, particularly at busy intersections. The investigation will likely seek to clarify the circumstances surrounding the collision to prevent similar incidents in the future.