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The man was taken to hospital in life-threatening condition after the collision in Bridgeland on Friday, police say.
Man is in life-threatening condition after northeast Calgary collision
CBC News · Posted: Jun 26, 2026 9:13 PM EDT | Last Updated: 5 minutes ago
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The driver of the truck remained on scene, police say. (David Bell/CBC)
A man who allegedly stole a purse and ran into traffic while fleeing the scene was taken to hospital after being hit by a truck, according to Calgary police.
Police say the man stole a bag from someone sitting on a park bench at around noon Friday in the northeast community of Bridgeland.
The man was hit by a truck and trailer when he attempted to flee with the purse by running into the northbound lanes of Ninth Avenue S.E.
Police say the man was taken to hospital in life-threatening condition.
The driver of the truck remained on scene. It’s not believed the collision was influenced by alcohol, drugs or speed on the part of the driver.
Police say they’re working to identify the man.
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