Advertisement

1 charged in east London, Ont. collision that critically injured pedestrian: police

File Photo. Sawyer Bogdan / Global News

A 19-year-old London, Ont. resident has been charged in connection with a serious collision Wednesday night in the city’s east end that left a pedestrian with critical injuries.

The collision happened around 6 p.m. in the area of Cheapside Street at Farnsborough Crescent, police said.

One pedestrian was taken from the scene to hospital by paramedics, police said.

Read more: Environment Canada issues new winter weather travel advisory for London, Ont. area

In a brief update Thursday afternoon, police said the individual remained in hospital in life-threatening condition.

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.

Get breaking National news

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Police also announced that a 19-year-old London resident had been charged in connection with the incident.

The accused faces a charge of failure to stop at the scene of an accident causing bodily harm, police said.

Story continues below advertisement

They’re expected to appear in court on Jan. 9.

Cheapside Street was closed in all directions between Sandford Street and Baransway Drive for the initial stages of the investigation.

The roadway has since re-opened.

Sponsored content

AdChoices