WINNIPEG, Manitoba — A 19-year-old woman has died after being struck by an SUV at the intersection of Lagimodiere Boulevard and Dugald Road in east Winnipeg early Saturday morning.
The Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) said officers responded to the serious collision at approximately 2:55 a.m. on October 31, 2026.
When officers arrived, they found the pedestrian suffering from critical injuries after being hit by the vehicle. She was transported to hospital, where she later died.
Police confirmed that the driver of the SUV remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.
Police Investigate Fatal Collision
The Winnipeg Police Service Traffic Division has taken over the investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision.
Authorities have not released the identity of the deceased woman, and further details about how the collision occurred have not been provided.
Police have also not announced whether speed, impairment or other factors contributed to the incident.
The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to determine what happened before the pedestrian was struck.
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Video Evidence
Investigators are asking members of the public who witnessed the collision or have relevant information to come forward.
Anyone with dashcam footage, security camera recordings or cellphone video captured around the time of the incident is encouraged to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Traffic Unit.
Information can be provided by calling 204-986-7085.
Video evidence and eyewitness accounts may help investigators reconstruct the events leading up to the collision and establish the circumstances surrounding the woman’s death.
Pedestrian Safety Remains a Concern in Winnipeg
The fatal collision has renewed attention on pedestrian safety across Winnipeg, particularly at busy intersections where pedestrians and motor vehicles share road space.
Pedestrian collisions can result in severe injuries, especially when larger vehicles such as SUVs are involved.
Motorists are reminded to remain alert, observe speed limits and watch for pedestrians, particularly during overnight and early morning hours when visibility may be reduced.
Pedestrians are also encouraged to use designated crossing points and remain aware of approaching traffic.
As the investigation continues, police have urged anyone with information about the incident to assist officers in establishing what happened.
The death of the 19-year-old woman is another reminder of the serious consequences of road collisions and the importance of improving safety for everyone using Winnipeg’s roads.
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