RCMP have located suspect vehicle involved in fatal hit-and-run of teenage girl near Duncan last week.
The incident occurred on Thursday, April 18th at around 9:50 p.m. on the stretch of Highway 1 between Green Road and Beverly Street.
Police say the woman who was struck by a vehicle was confirmed dead at the scene by the BC Coroners Service after paramedics attempted to save her life unsuccessfully.
While police are only identify the victim as a young woman, family have identified her on social media as 17-year-old Leeann Joe.
The suspect vehicle left the scene before emergency officials arrived; however, over a week later, North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP confirmed they located the suspect vehicle and conducted a forensic examination.
“The North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP would like to thank the public with their assistance with the investigation so far,” said RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Brett Urano.
North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP are requesting motorists who were driving in that area between 9 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. last night to check their dashcam video for any relevant information.
Anyone who has information on this incident should contact North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at (250) 748-5522.
