N.B. RCMP ask for public’s help identifying car involved in hit-and-run

Possible vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run in St. Stephen, N.B. (Source: St. Stephen RCMP)

St. Stephen RCMP is asking for the public’s help following a fatal hit-and-run involving a pedestrian in St. Stephen, N.B.

Police and Ambulance New Brunswick responded to a report of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian on Oct. 3, 2024, around 6:30 a.m., a news release reads.

The victim, a 24-year-old woman who had been struck by a car on Pleasant Street, died from her injuries at the scene.

Police believe the woman was struck by a vehicle travelling eastbound on Pleasant Street that did not remain at the scene.

Police have released a photo of the vehicle that may have been involved in the incident and are asking if anyone may be able to identify it.

“We recognize that the photo quality is quite poor and hard to make out, but unfortunately at this time it is the only photo we have and is currently our best hope of furthering this investigation,” said Sgt. Scott Mackenzie with the St. Stephen RCMP.

Police are also asking anyone travelling in the area who witnessed the collision or has dash-cam footage, local security footage, or information that could help further the investigation, to contact the St. Stephen RCMP at 506-466-7030 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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