Oceanside RCMP have identified a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run in Parksville over the weekend, which left a cyclist in hospital.
At approximately 4:50 p.m. on Sunday, March 5th, RCMP received a report of a cyclist who had been hit while riding northbound near the Englishman River, about two kilometres south of Exit 51.
According to the RCMP, the driver fled the scene and left the victim—a man in his 30s—with serious injuries. He was then flown to hospital by air ambulance.
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Now, investigators have reported that the vehicle involved has been identified, thanks to numerous witnesses who came forward.
According to investigators, the vehicle has been located, seized and will undergo a mechanical and forensic examination.
“Every investigation is different and investigators are thankful to the media and the public for their assistance to move this file forward,” says Corporal Mike Halskov, media relations officer for BC Highway Patrol.
“It is important that investigators gather all relevant evidence which includes all sides of the story to present to Crown Counsel for consideration of charges.”
Although the current condition of the cyclist is unknown, they remain in hospital and are expected to recover.
Officials ask anyone with information regarding this collision who has not yet spoken with police is asked to contact BC Highway Patrol in Parksville at (250) 954-2953.
