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91-year-old man dies after being struck by car in Burlington

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A pedestrian was struck in Burlington on Wednesday night. (David Ritchie/ CP24)

A 91-year-old man who was hit by a vehicle in Burlington Thursday night and suffered life-threatening injuries has died.

Halton police gave the update in a news release issued on Friday afternoon.

“The Halton Regional Police Service extends its condolences to the man’s family and friends,” the release read.

Police said the man was walking in the area of Mainway and Walkers Line at around 7:30 p.m. when he was struck by a westbound black Hyundai Elantra.

The pedestrian was taken to Hamilton General Hospital in critical condition.

The driver remained on scene and is cooperating with the investigation, police said.

The collision is under investigation.

“Witnesses who have not yet spoken to police are requested to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-825-4747 ext. 5065 or CRU@haltonpolice.ca,” police said.