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Richmond pedestrian in critical condition after being struck by Volkswagen Beetle

Photos from the scene of the crash show a Volkwagen Beetle with significant damage. Shane MacKichan

A pedestrian is in critical condition after being struck by a Volkswagen Beetle Saturday morning.

According to Richmond RCMP, it happened around 9 a.m. near No. 3 Road and Alderbridge way.

Police say the pedestrian was not in the roadway when they were struck.

The Richmond RCMP’s Criminal Crash Investigation Team and collision analysis unit are investigating.

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“The debris field is widespread and requires a large area to be cordoned off,” said Richmond RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Dennis Hwang in an email.

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The area was closed to traffic and is expected to remain closed until late Saturday afternoon.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Richmond RCMP.

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