Police seek witnesses after pedestrian seriously hurt in Kitchener crash

Waterloo Regional Police are usually the first on the scene for any major collisions or incidents involving pedestrians and vehicles. // CityNews Kitchener file photo
CityNews Kitchener file photo

By CityNews Kitchener Staff

Posted Oct 16, 2023 12:55:15 PM.

Last Updated Oct 16, 2023 03:23:01 PM.

Waterloo Regional Police want to speak with any witnesses after a crash in Kitchener that saw a pedestrian seriously hurt.

The collision happened in the Westmount Road and Ottawa Street area around 8 p.m. on Oct. 15.

According to police, the involved pedestrian suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The individual was transported to an out-of-region hospital for treatment.

Anyone who saw the crash is asked to contact the Waterloo Regional Police Service at 519-570-9777 ext. 8856, or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers.

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