Just before 1:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 2, a group of about five people were walking north at 105 Avenue on 102 Street, when a 2006 Pontiac Montana drove around the corner and struck one of them, a 25-year-old male. The Pontiac didn’t stop after the collision, continuing north on 102 Street. The group was walking on the road due to a lack of sidewalks in the area.
“The vehicle was found abandoned a short time later near 105 Avenue and 96 Street,” said MCIS Sergeant, Gary Lamont.
The victim, from Wabasca, Alberta, was treated and transported to hospital in life-threatening condition; however he died from his injuries on Wednesday, Dec. 4.
The accused, Darnell Belcourt, 19, has been charged with failing to remain at the scene of collision causing death.
The investigation continues with additional charges pending.