A mother who worked at a Winnipeg shelter died in a collision at King Street and Logan Avenue in Winnipeg on Thursday. The contents of a purse lay scattered on the pavement.
"It was determined that a 33-year-old female was attempting to cross the intersection when she was struck by a vehicle turning northbound onto King Street," said police.
Officers said the collision happened around 8:30 a.m. on July 30.
Siloam Mission later identified the woman killed as "beloved staff member" Oanh Pham.
“It is difficult to fully express our sorrow,” said Acting Executive Director Dr. Garry Corbett of Siloam Mission in a statement. “We have lost a part of our family. Each one of us feel that sudden, aching emptiness. But even more so, we are heart-broken for her family. Our prayers, our condolences, and our love are fully directed to them, to bring them comfort in the face of such tragedy.”
A witness on scene told CTV a dump truck hit the woman crossing the street while the truck was turning from Logan onto King while in the centre lane.
The witness said he believes the truck driver did not see the woman. He said he flagged down the truck following the collision.
Siloam Mission said Pham, whose child is 1.5 years old, had started working for the shelter last year.
"Pham has been a member of the Siloam family since October 2014 and a valuable part of the Volunteer Services support team. Working closely with staff, volunteers, and those using Siloam’s services, Pham had built strong, long lasting relationships enriching the lives of all those she touched," said Siloam Mission.
A Reimer Soils truck was observed at the scene.
“We all at Reimer Soils are greatly saddened today of the recent event. We would like to extend our condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Pham. We pray for strength and comfort for the family in this time of need,” said the company in a statement.
There is no word from police on whether charges will be laid in this case. It remains under investigation.
Anyone with information on the crash is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6271 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-8477.
- with a report from CTV's Michelle Gerwing
