Man in critical condition after being struck by vehicle in SE Calgary

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By Michael Ranger

Posted Oct 22, 2024 2:43 pm.

A man is fighting for his life in hospital after being struck by a vehicle in southeast Calgary.

Emergency crews were called to the intersection of 17 Avenue SE and 52 Street SE around 11:25 p.m. Monday for reports of a crash.

Calgary police say a man and a woman were walking southbound to cross 17 Avenue on the eastside of the intersection when a 2023 Toyota RAV 4 was turning eastbound onto 17 Avenue from northbound 52 Street.

The RAV 4 struck the man and then hit a light post and signpost before coming to a stop on the sidewalk, according to police.

The man was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries. No other injuries were reported.

The driver of the RAV 4 remained at the scene.

Investigators do not believe speed or alcohol were factors in the crash. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the crash, or may have dashcam footage of the incident are being urged to contact police, or CrimeStoppers anonymously.

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