An investigation is underway after a woman and her dog were killed after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night. It happened in a marked crosswalk in far west Edmonton.
Police say at around 7:00 p.m., a green Lexus struck the 57-year-old woman and her dog who were crossing in a marked crosswalk at Suder Greens Drive between Lewis Estates Boulevard and Potter Greens Drive. The woman and dog were both pronounced dead at the scene.
Alcohol is not considered a factor in the collision. Edmonton police have yet to determine whether speed played a role.
The SUV was driven by a 42-year-old man. His 40-year-old wife and their 12-year-old son were passengers.
No charges have been laid.
Anyone with information about this collision is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567, #377 from a mobile phone, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.
On Sunday morning, a small memorial with a bouquet of flowers had appeared at the crosswalk.