16-year-old boy struck and killed by vehicle while walking in Essex, Ont.

Posted by Admin October 7, 2024 World

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say a pedestrian was struck and killed in Essex, Ont. over the weekend.

The 16-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene.

“A pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on the roadway,” police said in a statement.

It happened around 7 a.m. Sunday on County Road 8 near Britton Road.

No word if any charges will be laid.

The Essex OPP detachment is shown in a file photo.

OPP say their investigation remains ongoing and they’re urging people who may have witnessed it to contact them as soon as possible. (Kerri Breen/CBC)

OPP say their investigation remains ongoing and they’re hoping anyone with any information around the crash will contact them immediately.

“Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000,” police said.