Toronto police say a man has life-threatening injuries after a driver drove off from a gas station with the nozzle still attached to the vehicle.
The incident happened at a gas station in Etobicoke, near Burnhamthorpe Road and Renforth Drive, at around 5:30 p.m. Monday, police said.
Police said a 26-year-old man driving a silver 2003 Mercedes-Benz E500 was leaving the gas station with the hose still attached, which was then pulled off the gas pump and struck a 63-year-old man nearby, causing him to fall. Paramedics said the victim was struck in the head.
The man was rushed to hospital with critical, life-threatening injuries, paramedics said.
Images from the scene early Tuesday show a Shell gas station without a gas pump at one of its stations, and blocked off by a pylon. By mid-day on Tuesday, crews worked to repair the pump.
Police said the 26-year-old driver returned to the gas station and was arrested.
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Ayub Bsis, a Toronto resident, is facing two charges — dangerous operation of a vehicle causing bodily harm and careless driving causing bodily harm.
A Shell spokesperson told Global News in a statement their thoughts are with the injured man.
“This was a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the injured individual and their family at this time. We are grateful for the quick action by first responders and currently assisting in their investigation,” the spokesperson said.
Police are asking anyone with video to contact them.
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