Pedestrian hospitalized after crash in Saanich
Police believe the position of the sun may have played a role in the crash: (CTV News)
Saanich police say a woman was taken to hospital Thursday after being struck by a vehicle at a marked intersection.
The crash occurred at the intersection of Foul Bay Road and Haultain Street shortly before 2 p.m.
Police say a vehicle was heading southbound on Foul Bay Road when two joggers were running across a marked crosswalk.
The vehicle struck one runner, a woman, who was taken to hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
Police say the position of the sun may have been a factor in the crash.
The road was closed Thursday afternoon but is expected to reopen early Thursday evening.
Police say the investigation is ongoing.
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