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Pedestrian dies after being struck by a vehicle in Ottawa's south end

An Ottawa Police vehicle is seen in this undated photo. (CTV News Ottawa) An Ottawa Police vehicle is seen in this undated photo. (CTV News Ottawa)
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A pedestrian is dead after being struck by the driver of a vehicle in Ottawa's south end, according to police.

Emergency crews responded to a collision involving a pedestrian on Albion Road, between Rideau Road and Mitch Owens Road, just before midnight. 

An Ottawa paramedic spokesperson tells CTV News Ottawa the pedestrian, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Ottawa Police Service continues to investigate.

Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dashcam footage of the incident. You can contact the Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigation Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 2345.

Albion Road was closed for several hours while police investigated, with the road reopening just after 6 a.m.

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