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Pedestrian struck and killed in early morning crash in Abbotsford on Hwy 1

Darpan News Desk Darpan, 02 Dec, 2020 06:32 PM

Abbotsford Police say a pedestrian has been pronounced dead after sustaining fatal injuries in a collision on Hwy 1. The accident took place just before 3am on Hwy 1 Westbound between the Clearbrook and McCallum Rd exits. The driver called 911 and is cooperating with police.

2:52 am - Abbotsford emergency services responded to collision on highway 1 involving a pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries & pronounced dead, The driver called 911 & cooperative. Investigators seeking dashcam & witnesses.
Have info? Call 604-859-5225 pic.twitter.com/DTGJUxpO9M
— Abbotsford Police Department (@AbbyPoliceDept) December 2, 2020

Speed and alcohol are not considered factors in the crash. The highway was shut down due to the crash but was re-opened at 7:45am. Investigators are looking for dashcam footage & witnesses.

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