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Brantford driver charged after pedestrian was struck in Guelph

File - Guelph police headquarters. Investigators say a 66-year-old man from Brantford turned himself in Monday after the Thursday crash. He is facing charges including dangerous driving causing bodily harm. Scott Tracey/Guelph Police Service

An arrest has been made in connection with a hit-and-run in the city’s west end.

Guelph police were called to the area of Woodlawn Road and Imperial Road North around 7:20 a.m. Thursday.

They found a 60-year-old man who had been struck by a vehicle at a crosswalk.

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Investigators say the vehicle that collided with the pedestrian left the scene. The victim was taken to hospital with a broken leg.

They say a vehicle matching the description was found later on. Investigators spoke with the driver who denied any involvement.

Investigators say the 66-year-old man from Brantford turned himself in Monday morning. He is facing charges including dangerous driving causing bodily harm.

He is set to appear in a Guelph court on Oct. 17.

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