A pedestrian struck by a vehicle in Brampton early this morning has been rushed to a trauma centre for treatment, Peel paramedics say.

The collision happened near Queen Street West and Elbern Markell Drive.

Police say the male pedestrian suffered potentially life-threatening injuries and was rushed to hospital from the scene.

A pedestrian struck by a vehicle in Brampton has been taken to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries.

Queen Street is shut down in both directions from Links Lane to Royal West Drive for the investigation.