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Man hit by vehicle in Abbotsford

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 18 Jan, 2024 12:53 PM
  • Man hit by vehicle in Abbotsford

A man is in critical condition after being hit by a vehicle in Abbotsford. Police say the pedestrian accident happened this morning on North Parallel Road. 

The driver stayed at the scene and is co-operating with the investigation.

Police say the recent heavy snowfall likely contributed to the crash.

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