Police charge driver in connection with pedestrian collision

Lethbridge Police have charged a 24-year-old male in connection with a pedestrian collision that resulted in serious injuries.

On March 25 at approximately 7:45 a.m., police responded to a report of a pedestrian collision along the 1700 block of 3 Avenue South.

Investigation determined an SUV was travelling eastbound along 3 Avenue South when it struck two 17-year-old males crossing in the crosswalk at 17 Street South. EMS attended and transported both victims to hospital. One of the males sustained minor injuries and the other was admitted to hospital with significant injuries, but is expected to recover.

While sun glare is believed to be a factor in the collision, following numerous witness interviews along with a review of video surveillance evidence, police determined the crosswalk lights had been activated while the boys were crossing and other vehicles had stopped for them.

Landon Eric Veluw, 24, of Lethbridge, is charged under the Traffic Safety Act with careless driving and failing to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk. The charges require a mandatory court appearance that has been scheduled for June 10.

Police remind all motorists to drive cautiously and always ensure they adjust their driving according to weather, road and environmental conditions.