Burnaby investigators are appealing for witnesses and video after a 68‑year‑old woman was struck and killed by a vehicle Monday evening at a busy intersection in North Burnaby.
Crash at Pender Street and MacDonald Avenue
Emergency crews were called to the intersection of Pender Street and MacDonald Avenue shortly after 6:30 p.m. when officers and paramedics found a woman with serious injuries. First responders provided emergency medical aid at the scene, but the woman later died.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with the Burnaby RCMP, according to a police news release. The force’s Criminal Collision Investigation Team (CCIT) and the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service (ICARS) attended to collect evidence and reconstruct the events leading up to the collision.
Investigation and community impact
Pender Street was closed for several hours while police processed the scene, affecting traffic in the surrounding neighbourhood. Officers are seeking anyone who was in the area around 6:30 p.m. and who may have seen the incident, or who may have security camera, doorbell or dash‑cam footage that could assist the investigation.
- Victim: 68‑year‑old woman (name not released)
- Time: Just after 6:30 p.m., Monday
- Location: Pender Street and MacDonald Avenue, North Burnaby
- Investigating units: Burnaby RCMP CCIT and ICARS
The precise circumstances that led to the collision have not been released. Investigators typically examine witness accounts, video evidence and vehicle damage to determine speed, right‑of‑way issues and whether charges or further legal action are warranted.
How residents can help
Police are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or who has video from the Pender/MacDonald area between about 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to come forward. Even small pieces of footage or brief recollections can be important to investigators reconstructing the sequence of events.
| What investigators collected | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Scene evidence (photographs, measurements) | Helps reconstruct positions and movements |
| Vehicle and damage assessment | Informs speed and impact analysis |
| Witness statements and video | Provides independent accounts and timelines |
Burnaby RCMP asked anyone with information to contact the detachment. The investigation remains ongoing as police work to establish the full facts.
The loss of a member of the community in a traffic collision is a stark reminder of road safety concerns that have been part of local conversation as Burnaby continues to grow. Intersections used by pedestrians and drivers alike are under increasing scrutiny from residents advocating for improved crossings, traffic calming and clearer signage to prevent similar tragedies.
As investigators piece together what happened Monday evening, neighbours and commuters can expect periodic closures or delays in the area while police complete their work. The Burnaby RCMP asked anyone with potential evidence to call 604‑646‑9999.
Further details, including the victim’s identity and any potential charges related to the collision, will be released by police if appropriate as the investigation proceeds.
