Man injured after being struck by vehicle on Sylvia Avenue in Halifax

A pedestrian has been struck and injured as a result of a motor vehicle collision in Halifax, N.S., on Friday evening.

In a release, the Halifax Regional Police said a man was struck on the 0-100 block of Sylvia Avenue and later taken to hospital.

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“The injuries are considered serious and potentially life-threatening at this time,” police said.

This incident is the second vehicle-pedestrian collision to occur in a week.

Police said the roadway will be blocked for a period of time, but local detours are in place.

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