Police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck by a car on Macleod Trail South and 71st Avenue.
The 22 year-old man was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Investigators say the 20 year-old driver of a Mitsubishi Lancer remained on scene. He was travelling southbound on Macleod Trail South at the same time the pedestrian was attempting to cross Macleod Trail at the south crosswalk.
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Police say witnesses on scene recall the driver had a green light. Speed is being investigated as a factor in the crash. Police also believe alcohol consumption by the pedestrian may have played a role in the collision.
Northbound and southbound Macleod Trail was shut down for several hours before being open to traffic again.
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