Driver arrested after pedestrian injured in Abbotsford crash

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Police say alcohol was a factor in a serious collision in Abbotsford Friday that sent one person to hospital.

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Abbotsford police said the SUV hit a pedestrian at the intersection of Simon Avenue and Emerson Street at around 3:30 p.m.

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The driver initially drove away, but returned a short time later. She was arrested at at the scene, while the seriously injured pedestrian was rushed to hospital.

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AbbyPD Patrol officers are currently on scene of a serious collision involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Emerson Street and Simon Ave. The driver of the vehicle involved has been arrested at the scene. Alcohol is a factor in this collision. The pedestrian has been… pic.twitter.com/svEYIEbEb5

— Abbotsford Police Department (@AbbyPoliceDept) May 1, 2026

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While the investigation is still in its early stages, police say alcohol played a role in the collision.

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The crash has shut down Simon Avenue between Allwood Street and Gladwin Road and Emerson Street to South Fraser Way.

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Anyone with saw the crash or has dash cam footage is asked to contact the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225.

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