Brooks RCMP identify second vehicle in fatal hit-and-run

RCMP (file photo)

Brooks RCMP have identified the second vehicle in a fatal hit-and-run that took place early Monday morning on Highway 1, near Range Road 131.

At 4:10 a.m. that day, officers responded to reports of an abandoned vehicle on Highway 1. They located a damaged vehicle with the doors open and a dead person by the side of the road.

An investigation suggested that that the dead person hit an animal, then while checking his vehicle, was struck by a second vehicle which didn’t remain on scene.

The victim was identified as a 30-year-old man from Andrews, Alta.

Police believe the second vehicle was a 2015-16 Volkswagen Jetta with damage on the driver’s side.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Brooks RCMP at 403-794-4400.

Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online or by downloading the P3 Tips app.