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New Westminster police say pedestrian in ICU after being hit by car

One man is in intensive care after being struck by a vehicle in Queensborough on Monday night. According to Sgt. Gary Weishaar, police were called to the 800-block of Boyd Street, outside Queensborough Landing, just before 9 p.m.

One man is in intensive care after being struck by a vehicle in Queensborough on Monday night.

According to Sgt. Gary Weishaar, police were called to the 800-block of Boyd Street, outside Queensborough Landing, just before 9 p.m., after receiving a report of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle.

On the scene, they found a 71-year-old New Westminster man severely injured and lying on the roadway. B.C. Ambulance Service and New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services were already on the scene.

Weishaar said the man had numerous injuries to his upper and lower body. As of Tuesday afternoon, the man remaimed in intensive care at Royal Columbian Hospital.

The driver in the collision is a 57-year-old New Westminster resident.

New Westminster police brought in their collision analyst and forensic identification team to assist in the investigation, Weishaar said.

Weishaar said incident highlights the need for pedestrian awareness, especially in the dark, wet, winter months.

"Pedestrians need to be aware of wearing dark clothing and how it will affect their visibility to motorists. When possible, wear bright reflective clothing," he said in a release. "Pedestrians do have the right of way at intersections and crosswalks, however pedestrians should make eye contact with motorists to confirm that they do indeed see them. Only cross when the signal allows, cross at crosswalks or intersections and do not jaywalk."

Weishaar said drivers also need to remember to be extra cautious when visibility and road conditions are bad.

"The posted speed limits are set for ideal weather, traffic and road conditions. Limited visibility, heavy traffic or nearby pedestrians will require greater motorist attention and reduced speeds," he said.

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