Driver charged in hit-and-run crash in Vanier that injured pedestrian

The Ottawa Police Service on scene after a pedestrian was struck on McArthur Avenue. Dec. 18, 2025. (Andrew Adlington/CTV News Ottawa)

The Ottawa Police Service says a 33-year-old man is facing charges following a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian with serious injuries earlier this month.

The crash happened just before 10 a.m. on Dec. 18, on McArthur Avenue between Lafontaine and Lacasse avenues in Vanier. Police said the driver of a red Dodge minivan struck a woman on the sidewalk and did not remain at the scene.

Police announced Monday a man had been charged with failing to remain at the scene of a collision resulting in bodily harm, as well as not having a valid driver’s licence. He appeared in court on Dec. 19.

The victim has since been released from hospital and is recovering at home, police said Tuesday.

Ottawa police continue to investigate and are asking for any witnesses or anyone with dashcam or security footage of the incident who has not yet spoken to police to come forward.

Anyone with information should contact the Ottawa Police Service at 613-236-1222, extension 2345.

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