Help identify the driver of this vehicle: Hit and Run involving a pedestrian in Orleans

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 6, 2025                10:00 a.m.

(Ottawa)—The Ottawa Police Service is asking for help to identify the driver and/or occupants of this vehicle after they struck a pedestrian and failed to remain.

This incident occurred on January 19, 2025, at approximately 4:40 p.m. in Orleans on Clendenan Crescent near Glandriel Crescent.

A white Volkswagen Jetta (model year 2011-2018) with dark tint and possible aftermarket mudflaps or fender modifications was involved. The vehicle's Ontario licence plate includes the letters “BVL” or “BLV.”

Witnesses report that at least two male occupants were inside the vehicle at the time of the collision and were seen laughing at the pedestrian after striking her before fleeing the scene. There is reason to believe it may have been a random but deliberate act.

How you can help:

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam or security footage from the area, or has noticed a similar vehicle to come forward.

Additionally, if anyone has experienced a similar unreported incident, they are urged to contact investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Police Reporting Unit and quote file number 25-16524. They can be reached at 613-236-1222, extension 7300.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca.

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