Pedestrian dies after getting struck by vehicle in Ridgetown
A 66-year-old Morpeth woman has succumbed to her injuries after getting struck by a vehicle in Ridgetown.
Emergency crews responded to Main Street for a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian at 2 p.m. on Oct. 19.
Through investigation, police learned that the pedestrian, a 66-year-old Morpeth woman had just exited her vehicle when she was struck by a passing vehicle. She was transported to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance and airlifted to Windsor with life-threatening injuries.
On Friday, Oct. 21, despite life-saving efforts, the woman succumbed to her injuries.
The family has identified the woman as Wendy Clark. They are organizing a candlelight vigil on Main Street in Ridgetown at 7 p.m. on Wednesday.
Funeral plans have also been announced. Visitation and a celebration of her life will be held on Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Hidden Hills Golf and Country Club at 25393 St. Clair Road in Dover.
“Members of the Chatham-Kent Police Service offer their deepest condolences to the woman’s family and friends,” said a statement from CKPS.
With the assistance of witnesses and video surveillance, officers located the vehicle and driver.
A 38-year-old Ridgetown man has been arrested and charged. He was held in custody pending a bail hearing and released from court pending a future court date of Dec. 2, 2022.
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