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Pedestrian sent to hospital after being struck by grader: Regina police

One man was sent to hospital after being hit by a grader Monday morning. Stewart Manhas / Global News

A collision between a city-owned snow-clearing vehicle and a pedestrian sent one person to hospital Monday morning.

“Safety is a top priority for the City of Regina and we are concerned for everyone involved. Police have taken the lead in this investigation and we will be conducting our own internal investigation,” the City of Regina said in a statement.

According to police, officers were sent to 5th Avenue and Athol Street at 9:05 a.m. for a collision between a grader and a 22-year-old man.

Police said the preliminary investigation indicates a grader believed to be moving at a low speed hit the pedestrian.

Regina police also said there were a number of snow-clearing vehicles in the area at the time.

The man was taken to hospital and police are holding the scene for further investigation. Traffic is currently restricted near 5th Avenue and Athol Street.

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