Police respond to two traffic fatalities

Our Traffic Section continues to investigate two separate fatal collisions that occurred yesterday in the southwest and northwest areas of the city.

At approximately 7 p.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, a collision occurred at Elbow Drive S.W. and 61 Avenue S.W.

At that time, a man in his 50s was walking westbound, crossing Elbow Drive S.W. at the intersection of 61 Avenue S.W., in a marked crosswalk, when he was struck by a 2024 Ford Escape travelling southbound on Elbow Drive S.W.

The driver of the Ford Escape, a woman in her 80s, pulled over to help the pedestrian. At the same time, another vehicle travelling southbound along Elbow Drive S.W., a 2009 Pontiac Vibe driven by a woman in her 70s, struck the pedestrian.

Sadly, the pedestrian succumbed to their injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

Both drivers were uninjured and remained at the scene.

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Approximately one hour later, at 8 p.m., a 2014 Toyota Prius, driven by a man in his 40s, was travelling north on Crowchild Trail N.W. near Fifth Avenue N.W. when it approached a broken-down vehicle in the right lane. As the driver of the Toyota exited the vehicle to help the other motorist, the Toyota began to roll backwards. The man attempted to stop the Toyota from rolling and became pinned underneath the vehicle.

Sadly, the man suffered fatal injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

Neither speed, alcohol nor drugs are considered factors in either collision.

“Our hearts go out to the families and witnesses impacted by these accidents. As is standard with serious-injury and fatal collisions, support services are available to those who may need assistance in coping with life-altering circumstances," says Staff Sergeant Andy Woodward of the Calgary Police Service Traffic Section. “We are grateful to those who stopped to help and offer assistance and encourage motorists and pedestrians to exercise safety at all times.” 

For more information on traffic safety tips, visit www.calgary.ca/roads/safety/traffic-tips

Anyone who may have witnessed these collisions or who has dashcam footage is asked to contact police by calling 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers through any of the following methods:

TALK: 1-800-222-8477
TYPE: www.calgarycrimestoppers.org
APP: P3 Tips

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