Appeal for Witnesses in fatal Collision Investigation

Region of Peel – Investigators from the Major Collision Bureau are seeking the public’s assistance in their investigation into a fatal collision that occurred in the City of Brampton.

On Friday, November 9, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., a 78 year old female, Deotee Bhagwandin, was crossing James Potter Road at the intersection when a vehicle travelling southbound on James Potter Road struck her. The vehicle was being occupied by a male driver 51 years old and a female passenger 42 years old. Deotee Bhagwandin was transported to a trauma center in critical life threatening condition.

On Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 4:00 a.m. Deotee Bhagwandin was pronounced deceased at hospital.

Investigators do not believe speed or alcohol to be a factor. The investigation is ongoing.

Investigators are appealing for witnesses, who may have seen the collision or have video footage, or dash cam footage of the incident to contact investigators with the Major Collision Bureau at (905) 453-2121, ext. 3710. Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Media Relations Officer at (905) 453-2121, ext. 4027. 

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N/R: 18-392
Inc: 18-0423497

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