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55-year-old totals Corvette in dramatic hit-and-run on Trans Canada Highway Friday night (VIDEO)

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A 55-year-old man was arrested Friday night after a dramatic crash in which he fled the scene in his heavily damaged Corvette.

On June 18th, West Shore RCMP said they received a report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle, a white Corvette, was reportedly being driven in a manner described as “stunting” while travelling south on the Trans Canada Highway.

Minutes later, RCMP received a second report from the public, stating a white Corvette had been in a motor vehicle collision on the Helmcken Road on-ramp in View Royal.

The heavily damaged Corvette left the site of the collision and was located by West Shore RCMP at the McKenzie Avenue exchange.

The driver, a 55-year-old Saanich resident was arrested at the scene. He is now being investigated for failure to remain at the scene of an accident and impaired driving.

A post on the Victoria Buzz Facebook page regarding the incident garnered over 400 comments, with many people posting photos and videos from the scene and recounting their encounter with the Corvette.

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“In light of the speeds reported by witnesses, we are relieved that no one was seriously hurt or killed in this collision,” said Cst Meighan Massey of the West Shore RCMP.

“This collision is a stark reminder of the increased risks on our roads with the onset of summer activity. With the lifting of restrictions comes the increase in local travel and socialization. Please remember to arrange for a safe ride home if you are going to be out drinking,” said Massey.

Investigators are looking for any dashcam or cell phone footage of the events leading up to the collision — the collision itself or events after.

If you witnessed any part of this incident, or have footage, contact the West Shore RCMP at (250)464-2264.  If you have any information to provide and wish to remain anonymous, contact Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers at 1-888-TIPS (8477).

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