Canton, MA (January 8, 2026) – A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle near the intersection of Randolph St and Wentworth Rd in Canton. The incident occurred shortly before 7 p.m. on January 7 and prompted an immediate emergency response.
Police arriving at the scene found the victim lying in the roadway with critical injuries. Emergency medical teams transported the individual to a hospital in Boston, where he is currently being treated for life-threatening trauma.
The driver involved in the crash remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. Authorities have not issued any citations and have stated that it remains unclear whether the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk at the time of the collision. Randolph St does feature designated crossing areas, but further details are still being reviewed.
In response to the crash, Randolph St has been closed to traffic near Wentworth Rd while investigators work to document the scene and gather evidence. Drivers are being asked to avoid the area and follow detours as police continue their work.
Our thoughts are with the injured pedestrian, and we hope for a full and swift recovery.
