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Pedestrian Has Life-Threatening Injuries After Being Hit by Drunk Driver, Abbotsford Police Say
Police say alcohol was a factor and the driver was arrested after an SUV struck a pedestrian, leaving the victim with life-threatening injuries.
- A pedestrian died after being struck by an SUV on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the intersection of Simon Avenue and Emerson Street in Abbotsford around 3:34 p.m.
- Police arrested the female driver at the scene after she briefly fled the collision; investigators confirmed alcohol was a factor in the crash.
- The Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service was called to assist the investigation; authorities closed Simon Avenue between Allwood Street and Gladwin Road.
- Sgt. Paul Walker of the Abbotsford Police Department confirmed emergency crews found the victim with serious injuries, later noting the driver's impairment was a contributing factor.
- Authorities are requesting that anyone who witnessed the incident or has dash cam footage contact the AbbyPD at 604-859-5225 and refer to file 2026-18393.
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