A man visiting from the U.S. is in critical condition after being struck by a cyclist in Vancouver.
The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) says a couple visiting from the United States was crossing West Cordova at Richards Street around 5:30pm yesterday when the incident occurred.
“They reportedly had the right of way when a cyclist heading east on Cordova Street struck both of them,” says the VPD.
The 72-year-old male pedestrian lost consciousness and was transported to Vancouver General Hospital for emergency surgery. He remains in stable condition.
#VPDNews: The Vancouver Police Department is investigating after a cyclist struck two people in a crosswalk in downtown Vancouver.
About 5:30 yesterday afternoon, a couple visiting from the United States was crossing West Cordova at Richards Street. They reportedly had the right… pic.twitter.com/XnMky71sYa
— Vancouver Police (@VancouverPD) June 30, 2026
His wife suffered minor injuries and was also transported to hospital.
“The cyclist was not hurt and remained on scene.”
The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
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