Investigators have been able to get a more detailed description of the van believed to be involved in the collision.
The van is believed to be a Chevrolet ¾ ton Express Van or a GMC Savannah, model year 2013 or newer. The van does not have a roof rack and no rear windows.
The hit and run collision occurred just after 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017 in a marked crosswalk at 96 Street and 71 Avenue. A 49-year-old female and a 64-year-old male were crossing from west to east in the crosswalk when they were struck by a van travelling southbound.
The van initially slowed down after the collision then abruptly fled from the scene. Both pedestrians were treated by EMS and taken to hospital with what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries.
It’s unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs were contributing factors, and investigators are still determining if excessive speed played a role. Police have not been able to locate the involved vehicle and the identity of the driver is not known.
The van is white in colour and had an Alberta license plate. The suspect vehicle will have some front end damage.
Investigators encourage anyone with information about the driver, vehicle or collision to contact the EPS at the non-emergency number, 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.