May 4, 2023 — Press release from Halton Regional Police Service
On the evening of May 3, 2023, a number of local residents with children congregated at Burlington Central School for a school theatre event. At approximately 5:30 p.m. a local resident stopped in the driveway to allow their 8 year old child to exit the vehicle and enter the school. As the child crossed the driveway towards the east entrance doors, they were struck by a white SUV, exiting the lot. The SUV exited the lot without stopping, and turned westbound on Baldwin Street.
The child was transported by ambulance to McMaster Children’s hospital for emergency medical treatment, but succumbed to her injuries, being declared deceased a short time later. Police have taken a 21-year-old local resident into custody but the investigation is on-going.
If any members of the public witnessed the event or have information that they believe the police should be aware of Lead Investigator DC KRIPAK of the Halton Regional Police Collision Reconstruction Unit, at 905-825-4747 ext 5189.
Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, tips can be reported through Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
Editor’s note: Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the 8-year-old girl. For anyone in need of bereavement support, local services include Carpenter Hospice’s Bereavement and Supportive Care, Thrive Counselling, Acclaim Health, and Bereaved Families of Ontario South Central Region.
