Police release photo of suspect vehicle in hit and run

The Edmonton Police Service Traffic Section is releasing a photo in hopes of identifying the driver of a van that allegedly struck two pedestrians before fleeing the scene.

The hit and run collision occurred just after 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017 in a marked crosswalk at 96 Street and 71 Avenue.  A 49-year-old female and a 64-year-old male were crossing from west to east in the crosswalk when they were struck by a van travelling southbound. 

 

The van initially slowed down after the collision then abruptly fled from the scene. Both pedestrians were treated by EMS and taken to hospital with what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries. 

 

It’s unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs were contributing factors, and investigators are still determining if excessive speed played a role. Police have not been able to locate the involved vehicle and the identity of the driver is not known.

Witnesses described the vehicle as an older model white van with a black roof rack. The van did not have any side windows and it had an Alberta license plate. The suspect vehicle will have some front end damage.

Investigators encourage anyone with information about the driver, vehicle or collision to contact the EPS at the non-emergency number, 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at http://ift.tt/1az8Eve.

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