Updated: April 05, 2026 at 6:42PM EDT
Published: April 05, 2026 at 4:27PM EDT
Police say the area of Danforth Avenue and Byng Avenue is closed as authorities investigate what caused the fatal crash.
A 21-year-old motorcyclist is dead following a collision in Scarborough, Sunday afternoon.
Toronto police say the crash happened at around 3:05 p.m. in the Danforth Avenue and Byng Avenue area.
Investigators say a vehicle was travelling eastbound on Danforth Avenue and attempted to make a left turn into a plaza when it was struck by a westbound motorcycle.
TPS Toronto police investigating after a motorcyclist was struck and killed following a collision in the city’s east end (CP24 photo).
Police say the rider, a 21-year-old man, suffered life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced dead in hospital.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
Insp. Errol Watson said it is too early to determine if weather played a role in the collision.
Insp. Errol Watson Insp. Errol Watson speaks to reporters on Sunday April 5, 2026 (CP24 photo).
Traffic Services officers are continuing to investigate and are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has video to come forward.
Danforth Avenue remains closed between Byng Avenue and Robinson Avenue.