Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Traffic Services Unit is investigating a serious collision involving a pedestrian in Kitchener.

On October 16, 2025, at approximately 7 a.m., emergency services responded to a report of a collision between a BMW motor vehicle and a pedestrian on Ottawa Street South at Highway 7/8.

A 36-year-old female from Waterloo was transported to an out-of-region hospital by Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services with serious injuries.

The Highway 7/8 on-ramp was closed for several hours to allow for the police investigation.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area is encouraged to contact Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.