Hit-and-run leaves pedestrian in critical condition; seeking witnesses or video

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, January 27, 2025   10:30 am

(Ottawa) — A woman in her 60s was struck in the intersection of St. Patrick Street and Coburg Street and suffered serious injuries.

The driver of the vehicle fled the scene.

The hit-and-run took place on Friday, January 24 just after 7 a.m.

Investigators would like to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dash or door cam/home surveillance footage in the area of this incident and have not yet spoken to police. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigation Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 8438. 

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca.

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