A man is dead after being struck by the driver of a vehicle at a major Mississauga intersection early Wednesday, prompting widespread road closures.
Emergency crews were called to Hurontario Street and Derry Road West around 3:45 a.m. for reports of a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian.
Peel Regional Police (PRP) say a man in his 40s was found with critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
PRP spokesperson Laurie McCann said officers believe the man was struck by two vehicles, indicating a possible hit-and-run involving the first driver. The second driver remained and is cooperating with the investigation.
McCann said the man was lying in the roadway when the second vehicle struck him, though police are working to confirm details.
The Major Collision Bureau has taken over the case, and officers are expected to remain in the area for several hours as they document the scene and canvass for witnesses or video.
As of Wednesday morning, the following closures are in place:
Westbound Derry Road closed at Hurontario Street
Southbound Hurontario Street is closed at Kingsway Drive
Eastbound Derry Road closed at Maritz Drive
Northbound Hurontario Street is closed at Admiral Boulevard
Police are urging drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
Emergency crews were called to Hurontario Street and Derry Road West around 3:45 a.m. for reports of a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. Photo: Giancarlo DeSantis/CityNews.