Girl, 16, suffers life-threatening injuries after being struck by vehicle in Scarborough

Toronto police said it happened around 7:15 a.m. in the Markham Road and Blakemanor Boulevard area near Lawrence Avenue East. Photo: James Tumelty/CityNews.

By Lucas Casaletto

Posted December 18, 2024 8:26 am.

Last Updated December 18, 2024 10:54 am.

A 16-year-old girl has been rushed to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries after she was struck by a vehicle in Scarborough.

Toronto police said it happened around 7:15 a.m. on Wednesday in the Markham Road and Blakemanor Boulevard area near Lawrence Avenue East.

Toronto paramedics initially told CityNews a 16-year-old girl was assessed and transported to a trauma centre with serious injuries. Police later updated her condition, saying the girl’s injuries were considered life-threatening.

The driver remained at the scene.

Police said Markham Road is closed in both directions for the collision investigation. Delays are expected.

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