British Columbia

7-year-old girl injured by vehicle in West Vancouver

The child suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries after being hit while crossing Marine Drive.

The girl was crossing the street with her family Wednesday night when she was hit

A car crosses a rainy street, with hedges alongside it.
A girl crossing Marine Drive in West Vancouver was injured after being struck by a vehicle. (Ben Nelms/CBC)

A seven-year-old girl suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries Wednesday night after being hit by a vehicle while crossing the road in West Vancouver, B.C.

West Vancouver police say the child was with her family when she was struck on the 3300-block of Marine Drive by a westbound Audi A4 driven by a male in his 20s. 

"Initial investigation shows that contributing factors might include alcohol and speed. However, at this time we have to investigate thoroughly and look at the totality of the circumstances," said Const. Nicole Braithwaite.

The driver remained on scene and is co-operating with police.

Police and the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service (ICARS) are investigating. 

Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact West Vancouver Police at 604-925-7300.