An 80-year-old man has died after being struck by a vehicle on Sainte-Foy Road in Quebec City on Tuesday afternoon, police say.
Quebec City police were dispatched to the scene after receiving multiple 911 calls at 12:13 p.m., states a news release.
The pedestrian was transported to hospital in critical condition. Police later announced his death.
A perimeter was set up to preserve evidence, and investigators, along with forensic identification technicians, were on the scene reconstructing the events leading up to the collision, which occurred outside a shopping centre near the Fortelles Avenue intersection.
Since November, at least three pedestrians have died after being hit by motorists in Quebec City.
Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact them. For immediate assistance, residents can call 911.
Confidential tips can be provided by calling 418-641-2447, or toll-free at 1-888-641-2447 for those outside Quebec City.
