ON Thursday, January 18 at 6:16 a.m., Abbotsford Police officers responded to the area of North Parallel Road and Fooks Road for a reported collision involving a pedestrian.

Officers located a 31-year-old male suffering from serious and life-threatening injuries. Medical aid was immediately provided and the male was transported to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

“We offer condolences to all those impacted by this incident as this is a very tragic situation all around,” said Constable Art Stele, Media Relations Officer, Abbotsford Police Department. 

The driver of the involved vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. Impairment is not believed to be a factor in the crash, with inclement weather and snow likely being contributing factors, police said.

Road closures on North Parallel Road between Whatcom Road and Kilgard Road will remain in effect as investigators piece together the factors that led to the crash.

Anyone with dashcam footage or information relating to this case is asked to contact Abbotsford Police at 604-859-5225.