Burnaby RCMP are investigating a fatal collision that left a 68-year-old Burnaby woman dead after she was struck by a vehicle in North Burnaby on Aug. 10.
What happened
Officers responded to a report of a collision at the intersection of Pender Street and MacDonald Avenue shortly after 6:30 p.m. The pedestrian, identified in a police release only by age and city of residence, was given emergency medical aid at the scene and transported to hospital, where she later died.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators, Burnaby RCMP said in a release. The force has appealed to the public for assistance as its Major Crime Unit continues to examine the circumstances surrounding the collision.
“Investigators are looking to speak with witnesses and are also seeking any security camera footage or dash camera video from the area, between approximately 6:25 PM and 6:45 PM on August 10, 2026. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999.”
Community safety and next steps
The request for footage and witnesses is a routine but crucial step in reconstructing events that led to a pedestrian fatality. Video evidence and recollections from bystanders can help establish the timeline, vehicle movements and any contributing factors such as lighting, traffic signals, pedestrian crossing behaviour or vehicle speed.
Burnaby roads have seen competing pressures in recent years: increases in pedestrian and cycling traffic as the city grows, and questions about road design and enforcement in neighbourhoods with older intersections. While authorities have not released any findings about cause or contributing factors in this case, the outcome will be of interest to residents who use that corridor.
- Incident: Pedestrian struck at Pender Street and MacDonald Avenue
- Date and time: Aug. 10, reported shortly after 6:30 p.m.; investigators seek footage from 6:25–6:45 p.m.
- Victim: 68-year-old woman from Burnaby (name not released)
- Driver: Remained at the scene and is cooperating with police
How residents can help
Police have asked anyone who witnessed the collision, or who may have captured the incident on security cameras or dash-cams in the immediate area, to contact Burnaby RCMP. The provided phone number in the release is 604-646-9999. Even small details — the direction of travel of vehicles, the presence of other pedestrians, or the timing of nearby traffic signals — can be relevant.
Residents who live, work or travel through North Burnaby are reminded that sharing footage promptly can preserve evidence that might otherwise be overwritten on recording devices.
| Key time window | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| 6:25 p.m. – 6:45 p.m., Aug. 10 | Police say this is the period for which they seek video and witness accounts |
As the investigation proceeds, Burnaby RCMP may release further details including any charges if they arise from their findings. For now, the police appeal underscores how community cooperation is often essential in resolving traffic deaths and building a complete picture of events.
This neighbourhood intersection will likely be watched closely by residents and city officials alike as information becomes available about cause, potential safety improvements and any measures to prevent future tragedies.
