Man in 40s dies after being hit by van in SE Calgary
Posted Oct 16, 2025 6:24 am.
Last Updated Oct 16, 2025 2:03 pm.
A man in his 40s is dead after being hit by a vehicle in Calgary’s southeast Wednesday night.
The incident occurred around 9:20 p.m. near 17 Avenue and 38 Street SE.
According to Calgary police, a 2006 GMC Savana van was heading westbound on 17 Avenue with a green light when it collided with a pedestrian, who was crossing northbound in the crosswalk against the traffic signal.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and transported the 47-year-old victim to hospital with life-threatening injuries. He was eventually pronounced dead in hospital.
The driver of the van, a man in his 50s, was not injured and remained at the scene.
Police say impairment is not believed to be a factor, though speed and the circumstances surrounding the pedestrian’s crossing are under investigation.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the collision to contact the Calgary police non-emergency line at 403-266-1234.
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