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Hit-and-Run Injures Pedestrian in Toronto’s West End
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Incident Overview
On August 26, a five-door white hatchback traveling at high speed struck a 34-year-old woman who was crossing at the signalized pedestrian crossover at Lansdowne Avenue and Brandon Avenue. The collision occurred shortly after 8:30 p.m. Police reported that the woman sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital. The driver fled the scene; the vehicle was located a few days later.
Surrender and Arrest
The driver, identified as 52-year-old João Cabral of Toronto, surrendered to police on the following Friday and was arrested. Police confirmed the surrender in a news release and noted that Cabral faces multiple charges related to the incident.
Charges and Legal Process
Cabral has been charged with:
- Failure to stop at the scene of an accident causing bodily harm
- Obstructing justice
- Careless driving causing bodily harm or death (under the Highway Traffic Act)
- Driving a motor vehicle without a licence (under the Highway Traffic Act)
Police indicated that Cabral will appear in court in October. The exact date has not been disclosed in the available reports.
Police Statement and Investigation
Toronto police emphasized that the investigation determined the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed and that the driver left the scene before the vehicle could be recovered. The department’s news release highlighted the seriousness of the injuries and the ongoing effort to locate and apprehend the suspect, which concluded with Cabral’s surrender.
Community Impact
The incident underscores concerns about pedestrian safety at signalized crossings in the city’s west end. Authorities have reiterated the importance of stopping after a collision and cooperating with law-enforcement investigations to ensure accountability and public safety.