Downtown Vancouver intersection closed after 'serious' crash involving pedestrian

A downtown Vancouver intersection is closed while police investigate a crash involving a pedestrian Wednesday morning.

A downtown Vancouver intersection is closed while police investigate a crash involving a pedestrian Wednesday morning.

Yellow police tape has gone up at the intersection of Howe and West Hastings streets and evidence markers can be seen on the road.

The Vancouver Police Department, in a tweet, said the incident was a "serious collision involving a pedestrian."

No additional details were provided.

CTV News has reached out to police and paramedics for more information. This story will be updated when a response is received.