Senior pedestrian dead after being hit by car, Vancouver police ask for dashcam footage

The Vancouver Police Department says a mother and her four-month-old baby are recovering after allegedly being attacked by a stranger along Commercial Drive Thursday afternoon. (CityNews Image)

By Emily Marsten and John Ackermann

Posted November 10, 2022 4:35 pm.

Last Updated November 10, 2022 11:50 pm.

An 86-year-old pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle in Vancouver last Tuesday, according to police.

Vancouver police say a person was walking near East 2nd and Commercial Drive at 7:15 a.m. on Nov. 1, when they were hit by a Cadillac Escalade.


The woman was taken to the hospital, but she later died from her injuries.

The 49-year-old driver remained at the scene, and is co-operating with investigators.

Police are asking anyone with more information or dashcam footage to call VPD’s Collision Investigation Unit at 604-717-3012.

Submit a Correction
Accessibility Feedback

Top Stories

How Trump could declare a national emergency to hit Canada with 25 per cent tariffs

WASHINGTON — United States president-elect Donald Trump may declare a national emergency in order to turn his threat to slap Canada with 25 per cent across-the-board tariffs into a reality. With less...

8h ago

Liberal officials say it's 'essential' their next party leader is bilingual

Current and former Liberal party officials, both French and English speakers, say the next Liberal leader replacing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should be bilingual. “In my opinion, it's essential...

54m ago

Vancouver nightclub's X account reinstated after suspension due to sign referencing Trump comments

The Penthouse Night Club has had its X account reinstated after a suspension due to a sign referencing Donald Trump's Canada comments.

updated

10m ago

It's sick season. Here's how to protect yourself from norovirus, COVID-19, flu and RSV

In the winter months, it seems few are safe from some kind of illness — flu, COVID-19, norovirus, colds. While many of the germs that cause this misery can circulate throughout the...

4h ago

Top Stories

How Trump could declare a national emergency to hit Canada with 25 per cent tariffs

WASHINGTON — United States president-elect Donald Trump may declare a national emergency in order to turn his threat to slap Canada with 25 per cent across-the-board tariffs into a reality. With less...

8h ago

Liberal officials say it's 'essential' their next party leader is bilingual

Current and former Liberal party officials, both French and English speakers, say the next Liberal leader replacing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should be bilingual. “In my opinion, it's essential...

54m ago

Vancouver nightclub's X account reinstated after suspension due to sign referencing Trump comments

The Penthouse Night Club has had its X account reinstated after a suspension due to a sign referencing Donald Trump's Canada comments.

updated

10m ago

It's sick season. Here's how to protect yourself from norovirus, COVID-19, flu and RSV

In the winter months, it seems few are safe from some kind of illness — flu, COVID-19, norovirus, colds. While many of the germs that cause this misery can circulate throughout the...

4h ago

Most Watched Today

2:24
Richmond residents voice concerns over safety near supportive housing building

Some residents who live near a supportive housing unit in Richmond are voicing their concerns about safety.

15h ago

2:45
What will Liberal leadership race look like?

Mélanie Joly says she's not in the race to be Liberal leader. But what will that race look like? Some former Liberal cabinet ministers explain how they believe candidates will pitch to MP's & party members.

17h ago

2:33
Loved ones reunite at YVR airport as flights land from fire-torn L.A.

A grim sight from above – the glow of endless flames and smoke. It's an unforgettable picture for many flying out of L.A. this week, as three major wildfires continue to ravage the county. Kier Junos has more.
3:23
Flights from Los Angeles to and from YVR continuing as scheduled

Despite the deadly wildfires raging in and around Los Angeles, flight impacts at Vancouver International Airport have been relatively low. At YVR, several flights arriving from and departing to LAX are flying as scheduled.
2:39
BC Conservatives call for review of 2024 election, claiming voting 'irregularities'

A Conservative candidate in B.C.'s election last fall says he is petitioning the BC Supreme Court to invalidate the results in the riding he barely lost.

More Videos