E-scooter rider struck and killed by vehicle in North York, driver fled

Police are searching for the driver in connection with a hit-and-run in North York Wednesday night, that left a woman riding an e-scooter dead.

A female e-scooter rider is dead after a hit-and-run in North York Wednesday night.

Emergency crews were called to the intersection of Goddard Street and Codsell Avenue, north of Sheppard Avenue West, shortly after 9 p.m. for a collision.

Police say the rider was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the vehicle fled, police say. They have a limited description of the vehicle, which is believed to be a small white sedan.

Police are asking anyone with information to contact them at 416-808-1900.