Girl, 7, critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Brampton

By News Staff

Posted October 21, 2019 4:16 pm.

Last Updated October 21, 2019 6:06 pm.

A 7-year-old girl is being rushed to a trauma centre after being struck by a vehicle in Brampton.

Emergency crews were called to McVean Drive and Lexington Road around 3:45 p.m. Monday.

Paramedics say she suffered life-threatening injuries.

The driver involved remained on the scene and police say the intersection is expected to be closed for about another hour.

Police say access to a school nearby for voting is still available.

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