Driver in critical condition after hitting tree in Etobicoke

A driver is in life-threatening condition after colliding with a tree in his vehicle on Sunday morning.

Police were called around 11:15 a.m. to Burnhamthorpe Road and The West Mall to the single vehicle crash.

The man was originally taken to a trauma centre with serious injuries, but his injuries are now considered life-threatening.

Road closures are in effect in the area as traffic services investigates what caused the crash.