The family of a 15-year-old boy who was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle at a Toronto intersection is suing the driver, the City of Toronto and the Ontario government for $16 million.
The lawsuit, filed Sept. 3 in Ontario Superior Court, stems from a March 25 collision at Humber Boulevard North and Louvain Street. Toronto police said the teenager was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
According to the statement of claim, the boy suffered a traumatic brain injury, multiple skull fractures, damage to a carotid artery, permanent vision loss in his right eye and a fractured left femur. He also sustained numerous cuts, abrasions and bruises.
The family says the injuries have resulted in lasting psychological and behavioural effects, including anxiety, depression and emotional trauma. The teen is expected to require ongoing therapy, rehabilitation and specialized equipment and may continue to experience pain, reduced quality of life and other long-term limitations.
The lawsuit names 71-year-old driver Othman Mahmood, who remained at the scene after the crash. Police later arrested him and charged him with dangerous operation and careless driving causing bodily harm.
The family alleges Mahmood was negligent in several ways, including failing to slow down, maintain a proper lookout or drive at a safe speed. The claim also alleges he was using an electronic device when the collision occurred. It further raises concerns about his medical history, including alleged vision and judgment issues and previous medical advice regarding when he should not drive.
The City of Toronto is also accused of failing to provide adequate pedestrian safety measures at the intersection. The claim points to insufficient signage, a lack of traffic-calming measures and crossing-guard protection, as well as an alleged failure to respond appropriately to previous complaints and collision concerns.
The lawsuit also targets the Ontario government over the removal of automated speed enforcement cameras. According to the claim, an ASE camera operated at the intersection from about April to November 2025.
The province subsequently passed legislation requiring the removal of speed cameras across Ontario. The family alleges the government eliminated an important safety measure without putting adequate alternatives in place, particularly around school zones, and failed to properly address known concerns about the intersection.
The intersection is used by students travelling to and from St. Oscar Romero Catholic Secondary School.
The family is seeking $16 million in total damages, including $12 million in general damages, $3 million in special damages and $1 million in punitive damages.
The allegations have not been proven in court, and the defendants had not filed statements of defence at the time of the filing.