Edmonton, Alberta – The EPS is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred this morning in west Edmonton.

At approximately 7:30 a.m. today, Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, West Division officers responded to the report of a collision in the area of 107 Avenue and 130 Street.

It was reported to police that a male pedestrian was crossing from the south to the north side of 107 Avenue at 130 Street in a marked crosswalk when he was struck by a Jeep Wrangler travelling westbound on 107 Avenue.

EMS responded, treated and transported the 52-year-old male pedestrian to hospital; however, he succumbed to his injuries. The 54-year-old male driver of the Jeep did not report any injuries.

Officers closed 107 Avenue westbound at 127 Street for several hours to investigate. The road has since re-opened.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continues to investigate. There is no additional information available at this time.

MRU #: TR19R031

Edmonton Police Service

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