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Pedestrian dies after being struck by a driver in Kanata

Ottawa police say a driver struck a pedestrian on March Road in Kanata Thursday evening. (Connor England/CTV News Ottawa) Ottawa police say a driver struck a pedestrian on March Road in Kanata Thursday evening. (Connor England/CTV News Ottawa)
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Ottawa police say they are seeking witnesses after a fatal crash involving a pedestrian in Kanata.

Emergency crews responded to the collision on March Road around 5:30 p.m. Thursday, about 200 metres north of the Teron Road intersection.

Police said the 38-year-old pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene after he was struck by the driver of a 2021 Kia Forte heading northbound on March Road.

Investigators are hoping to speak with anyone who witnessed the crash, helped emergency responders or may have dash cam footage of the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa police collisions unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 2481.

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