Pedestrian critical after being struck by driver of vehicle in North York

A pedestrian is fighting for their life in the hospital after being struck by the driver of a vehicle near Jane Street and Finch Avenue West. (Jacob Estrin/CTV News Toronto)

A pedestrian is fighting for their life in the hospital after being struck by the driver of a vehicle in North York late Tuesday afternoon.

The collision happened near Jane Street and Finch Avenue West.

Toronto police said they were called to that area just before 5 p.m.

The driver remained at the scene.

Roads remain closed in that area as police investigate and drivers are being advised to use alternate routes.