Police investigating fatal pedestrian collision in Waterloo

A pedestrian is in serious condition after a crash at the University Avenue East and Marsland Drive intersection. (Google Maps)

By CityNews Kitchener Staff

Posted Jun 3, 2026 09:09:51 AM.

Last Updated Jun 3, 2026 02:59:50 PM.

Waterloo Regional Police are investigating after a 23-year-old woman was struck and killed in Waterloo.

According to police, the collision happened around 8:15 Wednesday morning at the intersection of University Avenue East and Marsland Drive.

A box truck hit the 23-year-old, who was transported to a local hospital, but later succumbed to her injuries.

The driver of the truck, identified as a 54-year-old man was not hurt.

Police have said charges are anticipated.

Regional police closed the intersection of University Avenue East and Marsland Drive for several hours before reopening it around 1 p.m. Wednesday.

Anyone with more information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8856. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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