1 man critically injured after vehicle crashes and catches on fire

Police were called to the Kennedy Road and Eglinton Avenue East area around 10:20 a.m. after reports of a vehicle on fire after crashing into a pole. James Tumelty/CITYNEWS

Posted July 4, 2025 11:12 am.

Last Updated July 4, 2025 12:16 pm.

One man is in hospital after a collision that left a vehicle on fire in Scarborough Friday morning.

Police were called to the Kennedy Road and Eglinton Avenue East area around 10:20 a.m. after reports of a vehicle on fire after crashing into a pole.

The driver has been taken to a hospital with serious injuries, according to police.

The cause of the crash, and description of the driver is still unknown.

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