The driver waved them through at the intersection, so they began crossing the street.

But as the 57-year-old man and his dog took a few steps forward, police say the driver “intentionally” accelerated and veered towards them.

Peel Regional Police have charged a 38-year-old Mississauga woman with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle leading to the death of an animal.

Investigators say the woman was driving on Duford Dr., near Britannia Rd. W., in Mississauga on Saturday around 1 p.m. She allegedly allowed the man and his dog to cross, but then stepped on the gas pedal.

The man — also from Mississauga — dodged the vehicle and wasn’t hit, but his dog died at the scene.

Police said the breed of dog, its age and sex wasn’t immediately known. Investigators wouldn’t say how quickly the driver accelerated, but noted the incident took place at a stop sign.

Maryam Atia was arrested Monday and is charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, killing or injuring animals, and assault with a weapon.

She appeared at a bail hearing at Brampton court on Tuesday, but was remanded in custody.

Anyone with information is asked to call 11 Division criminal investigation bureau at 905-453-2121, ext. 1133, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

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