A pedestrian in his 70s has died after being struck by a vehicle near Belleville, according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). The fatal collision occurred on Old Highway 2 on Saturday evening, prompting an ongoing investigation.
Police said officers were called to the scene just west of Montrose Road at approximately 8:30 p.m. Emergency responders arrived shortly after, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the victim.
Following the incident, a section of Old Highway 2 was closed for several hours as investigators examined the scene and gathered evidence. The roadway has since reopened to traffic.
OPP officials are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, including the factors that may have contributed to the collision. No additional details about the driver or vehicle involved have been released at this time.
Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or captured video footage to come forward, as investigators work to determine exactly what happened.
The incident has raised concerns about road safety in the area, particularly for pedestrians, as authorities continue their efforts to piece together the events leading up to the fatal crash.
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