Mississauga Hit and Run Victim ID'd by Police

 

Witnesses are being asked to come forward after a Toronto man was struck and killed by a dump truck in Mississauga.

The incident took place on Oct. 17 at 11 a.m. near Dixie and Rathburn roads.

Clayton Barnard, 36, was hit by a dump truck, which continued to travel northbound along Dixie after the collision, according to Peel police.

The pedestrian died of his injuries at the scene.

The dump truck linked to the incident has been located and is undergoing examination.

The driver has also been identified, however, no charges have been laid yet.

Investigators are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident, has dashboard video footage, or who may have any other information that could help.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the major collision bureau at (905) 453-2121 ext. 3710 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.