Police are investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian on Potters Road in Tillsonburg, Oxford County. The incident occurred at approximately 7:34 a.m. this morning (Friday, August 23).
Oxford OPP, along with Oxford County Paramedic Services, responded to the scene. Authorities determined that a pedestrian was struck by a pickup truck while walking along the roadway.
Sadly, the pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. Details about the individual are being withheld until next-of-kin are notified.
The driver of the pickup truck was uninjured and remained at the scene following the collision.
Potters Road, between Westtown Line and Rock Mills Road, was closed for several hours as police conducted their investigation but has since reopened.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident is ongoing.