Police seek witnesses in hit and run

RCMP in Kelowna are turning to the general public for help in identifying a suspect vehicle that allegedly failed to remain at the scene of an early morning hit and run collision that left a cyclist laying injured along the roadway.

On Saturday at 7:07 a.m., emergency crews were called to the scene of a hit and run collision involving a cyclist in the 800-block of Clifton Road.

Police have learned that the cyclist had been pedalling north bound along Clifton Road, when she was struck from behind by a passing motorist.

Fire rescue personnel and BC Emergency Health Services paramedics provided medical care to the cyclist, a Kelowna woman in her 50’s, at the scene. She was transported to hospital by BCEHS for further medical treatment. Her injuries were moderate and believed to be non-life threatening in nature.

“The preliminary investigation has revealed a possible description for the suspect vehicle that failed to stop or remain at the scene and render assistance to the injured cyclist,” said Cpl. Jesse O’Donaghey, Media Relations Officer for the Kelowna RCMP. “We need the public’s assistance in identifying the vehicle involved, which we believe to be a 10 to 15-year-old orange Infinity FX35 or FX45.”

“Investigators also believe that the suspect vehicle will have notable damage to the front passenger quarter panel and wheel well,” added Cpl. O’Donaghey.

If you witnessed this hit and run incident, or you have any information that may assist our investigators, you are urged to contact the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300. You may also share your information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by leaving your tip online at www.crimestoppers.net

A picture taken by RCMP at the scene, which shows an ambulance next to the victim’s mountain bike laying damaged on the cement sidewalk along Clifton Road