Man on scooter critically injured after being struck by vehicle in North York

Toronto police investigate after a man on a scooter was struck by a cube van in North York on May 9, 2026. CITYNEWS/Matt Wilkins

Posted May 9, 2026 3:39 pm.

Last Updated May 10, 2026 4:47 pm.

A 63-year-old man on an electric scooter suffered life-threatening injuries after colliding with a box truck in North York on Saturday.

Toronto police say the man was riding the e-scooter westbound on Sheppard Avenue when he collided with a cube van going in the same direction just east of Allen Road before 2:30 p.m.

The man was taken to a trauma centre with critical injuries, according to paramedics.

Police say the 55-year-old driver of the box truck remained at the scene.

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