A 31-year-old man was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after being hit by an SUV that lost control on Gorge Road West Wednesday morning.
Saanich police said the pedestrian was struck around 11:30 a.m. near Gorge Road W and Donald Street.
A 2003 Chevrolet Suburban was heading east on Gorge Road West when it mounted the sidewalk, striking the pedestrian before coming to a stop in the park.
The driver of the vehicle, a 25-year-old Saanich woman, was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Update on Gorge Road West collision in Saanich: Pics from crash scene show SUV appears to have left the roadway. pic.twitter.com/7CmcMak6Xh
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Road closures have been implemented in the area to accommodate a police investigation.
Saanich Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to call Saanich Police at 250-475-4321 or to report anonymously call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477).
