A Man Has Died In A Tragic McDonald's Drive-Thru Accident In Vancouver

He was just trying to reach for his bank card.

A Man Has Died In A Tragic McDonald's Drive-Thru Accident In Vancouver
Yncohen | Dreamstime, Kevinbrine | Dreamstime
Staff Writer

Vancouver Police are investigating a fatal accident that took place at a McDonald's drive-thru in Vancouver on Wednesday, September 8.

According to police, a man was at the Main Street and Terminal Avenue drive-thru location when, after paying for his food, he dropped his bank card.

However, when he went to reach for his card, the tragic incident unfolded.

"His car continued to roll, pinning him between the car and the door jamb. He died on scene," Vancouver Police Constable Tania Visintin said in an email to Narcity.

Officials said Vancouver Police's Collision Investigation Unit and the coroner are now investigating.

This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.

police investigationdrive-thru
VancouverCanadaNewsNews
  • Emily Silva
    Emily Silva was a Vancouver-based Associate Editor at Narcity Canada. She worked on the Trending Desk covering everything from what's trending across the country to what's happening near you. Originally from Cambridge, Ontario, Emily recently switched things up by making a move to the West coast. For the past four years Emily worked as an assignment reporter and writer at CTV News Kitchener. She also held previous roles at MuchMusic and Rogers TV. Emily graduated with a Bachelor of Journalism from Ryerson University with a minor in Sociology.

Two elders of First Nation killed in Delta, B.C., mall crash, two more hurt

Two elders dead, two hurt in B.C. mall crash

Father charged with killing 2 children in Calgary

Father charged with killing son, 5, daughter, 3, found in vehicle in Calgary

Tsawwassen First Nation mourns 'pillars' killed in Delta, B.C. crash

First Nation remembers elders killed in B.C. crash

Ontario to move northwest regions to permanent daylight time

Ontario northwest region to end time changes

Rides closed at Canadian theme parks after deadly fall from Six Flags coaster in U.S.

Rides closed at theme parks after deadly U.S. fall

Ontario is home to Canada's only elevated park and it gazes over a colourful autumn valley

You can take in the views from above. 🍂

This is your last chance to get money from a $7.5M plant-based beverage class action lawsuit

You could receive $400 to $7,000 for less serious injuries.

This lakeside village near Ottawa is bathed in fall colours and feels like a trip to Vermont

It's perfect for a quick fall day trip. 🍂

I moved to Canada from Ukraine 4 years ago — These 7 things still completely surprise me

I've made Canada my home, but there are some Canadian habits I may never understand! 🫣

Toronto vs. Victoria: I compared the cost of living in 2026 and didn't expect these results

Some of the differences were surprisingly small — others cost thousands a year. 💸

6 funny differences I noticed as a Canadian travelling in Europe that you wouldn't expect

Some of these I learned the hard way. 🇨🇦

Backstreet Boys' larger-than-life Toronto residency adds 12th show

Backstreet Boys announce 12th Toronto show in 2027