50-year-old man crossing road struck and killed by vehicle in Ajax: police

A Durham regional police cruiser is seen following a serious crash in Whitby on Saturday July 20, 2025 (CP24 photo).

A 50-year-old man has died after being struck by a vehicle in Ajax on Halloween.

Durham police said they were called to a collision near Taunton Road East and Warner Drive shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Friday.

A pedestrian was attempting to cross the road east of the intersection when he was struck by a black Acura four-door that was travelling east on Taunton Road, police said.

They noted that the pedestrian was not on the crosswalk.

The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said the driver of the Acura remained at the scene.

Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact them at 905-579-1520 ext. 5267 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.