A white van ran down pedestrians along Yonge St. between Finch and Sheppard Aves. on Monday afternoon, killing nine. Here’s what we know and don’t know:
How many people have died?
Nine people have died so far after being hit by a van that drove on the sidewalk around 1:30 p.m. Sunnybrook hospital says it has received 10 patients from the scene: two were without vital signs and pronounced dead upon arriving to hospital; five patients are in critical condition; two are in serious condition; and one is in fair condition. North York General Hospital says it received four patients: one in critical and three in stable condition.
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How many people in total were hit by the vehicle?
Police said a white van mounted the curb south of Finch, and struck pedestrians along the sidewalk, heading south on Yonge St. The specific number of pedestrians that were hit is unconfirmed, but police said a total of 16 people are injured and are in hospital.
Who is the suspect?
Police said they have arrested a suspect. That person’s identity has not been confirmed.
What area is closed off to the public?
The scene stretches for several blocks from Finch Ave. south to Sheppard Ave. Toronto police said they expect investigators to be on scene for several days. People weren’t allowed to cross Yonge St. from Cummer Ave. to the north and Sheppard Ave. to the south.
Police are also planning on closing roads surrounding the Air Canada Centre to create the safest possible environment for fans watching the Toronto Maple Leafs game on Monday night in Maple Leaf Square.
York St. will be closed both ways between Front St. to Harbord St. Bremner Blvd. will also be closed both ways from Lower Simcoe St. to York St. Southbound Bay St. will also be shut down from Front St. W. to Lake Shore Blvd.
By ALANNA RIZZAStaff Reporter Toronto Star
Mon., April 23, 2018
