Tragic Collision Claims Life of Elderly Woman in Vaughan – Investigation Underway!

In a tragic incident that has shocked the community, an elderly woman in her 80s has lost her life following a two-vehicle collision in Vaughan last Sunday afternoon. According to York Regional Police, the woman was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved in the crash, which took place at the busy intersection of Dufferin Street and Major Mackenzie Drive West around 1:17 p.m.

Despite the immediate response from emergency services, the victim was later pronounced deceased at Mackenzie Health hospital in Richmond Hill. Authorities have not yet released her name, pending notification of family.

In addition to the fatality, another individual was taken to the hospital with injuries that were described as minor, prompting concern for their well-being as police conduct thorough investigations at the scene.

The major collision unit is now involved in examining the circumstances surrounding the crash, and the intersection remains closed for investigative purposes—drivers in the area are being urged to seek alternate routes as traffic disruptions are expected to continue for some time.

This heartbreaking incident serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly at busy intersections. As investigations proceed, the community is left mourning a life lost and hoping for swift recovery for those injured.