EDITOR’S NOTE: Alberta Health Services initially told Global News the injured person involved in the collision is a teenager, but AHS has since made a correction that the individual is a senior.
A 66-year-old man was rushed to hospital late Thursday night after being hit by a vehicle on Fort Road near 64 Street. The collision happened just before 11 p.m. on the southbound side of the road.
Police said the man was hit by the car as he attempted to cross the road. Alberta Health Services said the senior was taken to hospital with critical injuries.
The car sustained extensive windshield damage, and two shoes could be seen on the road.
A light tower was brought in to help traffic investigators.
The southbound lanes of Fort Road were closed for a few hours while police investigated the collision, but they were re-opened early Friday.
The 47-year-old man driving the car remained at the scene, and police said speed and alcohol were not considered factors at this time.
The EPS Major Collision Investigation Section is investigating the is asking any witnesses to the collision to please call police.