A 3-year-old child has tragically died after being hit by a vehicle in Chilliwack Wednesday morning.
Chilliwack RCMP say the incident occurred at the intersection of Vedder Road and Petewawa Road around 10am today. Emergency responders arrived and provided immediate medical assistance, but the the child sadly succumbed to their injuries.
Police say the driver of the vehicle remained on scene and is cooperating with the investigation.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the child’s family and loved ones during this unimaginable time,” said Inspector Harinder Kheleh with the Chilliwack RCMP. “This is a heartbreaking incident that affects the entire community.”
The Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service (ICARS) has been called in to assist with the investigation. The intersection has been shut down in all directions for the time being.
Th closure will impact access to the Vedder Bridge from Vedder Road as well as access to Petewawa Road from Keith Wilson Road.
Witnesses and anyone with information is asked to contact the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611.
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