Police seek tips in 2023 Moose Cree First Nation fatal hit-and-run

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$100K offered for info on 2023 Moose Factory hit-and-run death

$100K reward in 2023 Moose Factory death

Ontario Provincial Police renewed their appeal for information on Friday, the second anniversary of the death of 21-year-old Loni Chum, announcing that a $100,000 reward for tips that lead to an arrest and conviction remains available.

The OPP and Nishnawbe-Aski Police Service are continuing their investigation into the incident, which they believe was a hit-and-run.

Community seeks answers

On Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, Chum was located with critical injuries on Jaban Street in Moose Factory, part of the Moose Cree First Nation. Police believe she was struck by a pickup truck at about 3 a.m. that morning.

She was transported to hospital where she later died of her injuries.

A week after her death, police released surveillance images of two pickup trucks seen in the area in the early morning hours: a red pickup truck captured on video at 2:40 a.m. and a dark-coloured pickup truck just 10 minutes later. Investigators believe one of these vehicles was involved.

Renewed plea and a significant reward

The investigation, led by the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, remains active.

The substantial $100,000 reward is the result of combined contributions from the province and local First Nation leadership.

“This reward reflects the combined contributions of the Government of Ontario and Moose Cree First Nation leadership, who remain dedicated in their support to uncover the truth,” said police in a recent news release.

“We believe that someone holds key information that can help bring resolution to this case,” said Insp. Tom McVey of the OPP’s Criminal Investigation Branch.

Police are urging anyone with information to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously.

“We urge anyone who knows something, no matter how small, to come forward,” said McVey.

The OPP file number is E231488236.

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