Driver struck Toronto officer during permit inspection

A driver in Toronto is facing serious charges after hitting a parking enforcement officer with his vehicle. The incident occurred on March 10 near Danforth Avenue and Dawes Road. According to police, the officer was trying to inspect an accessibility parking permit when the driver allegedly drove off and struck him. The officer was taken to the hospital for treatment. Police later found the driver, a 55-year-old man from Toronto. He has been charged with assaulting a peace officer with a weapon and failing to remain at the scene of an accident. The driver is scheduled to appear in court on April 17 at 2 p.m. Authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them or reach out to Crime Stoppers.