Police are currently on the lookout for a driver who hit a pedestrian in Winnipeg on Monday evening.
According to authorities, the incident occurred at around 6:30 p.m. in the area of Portage Avenue and Sherbrook Street. The pedestrian, whose identity has not been disclosed, was struck by a vehicle and sustained serious injuries.
The driver of the vehicle fled the scene before police arrived. The vehicle involved is described as a dark-colored SUV, possibly a Ford Escape, with damage to the front end.
Emergency services responded to the scene and the pedestrian was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their current condition is unknown.
Police are urging anyone with information about the incident or the whereabouts of the driver to come forward. They are also asking for any witnesses or individuals with dashcam footage to contact them.
This is not the first time a hit-and-run incident has occurred in Winnipeg. In 2020, there were 1,200 hit-and-run collisions reported to police, with 300 of them involving injuries.
Authorities are reminding drivers to always remain at the scene of an accident and to contact emergency services if anyone has been injured. Fleeing the scene of an accident is a criminal offense and can result in serious consequences.
The investigation into this incident is ongoing and police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver involved. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service or Crime Stoppers.
