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Suspect in fatal hit-and-run near Ladysmith contacts RCMP to turn himself in

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RCMP say that the suspect in a fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred near Ladysmith on August 29 has contacted them and plans to turn himself in.

Cpl. Mike Halskov says that South Vancouver Island Traffic Services has assumed investigation of the incident, which claimed the life of one driver.

“I can confirm that one of our officers has been in contact with the suspect driver and plans are underway for him to turn himself in,” Halskov said in an email to Victoria Buzz.

He added that while the situation is developing and may change, he anticipates that RCMP will have an update later Monday afternoon.

The incident unfolded around 8:30 a.m. on August 29 when a Ford F150 truck went over the centre median on Highway 1 and collided head-on with a SUV travelling northbound.

The SUV driver died on scene while the suspect driver fled on foot. Police said it was believed he then stole another vehicle.

Officers also said that the suspect driver may have been injured and in need of medical attention.

Halskov did not comment on the condition of the driver in his email to Victoria Buzz.

Tim Ford
Tim Ford
Digital staff writer with Victoria Buzz

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