Gatineau police searching hit and run suspect vehicle

The SPVG has determined that the driver of the moped, who was traveling on Boulevard Saint-René heading west, was hit by a van traveling on Boulevard de l’Hôpital heading north.

Police say the driver of the van quickly left the scene without helping the driver of the moped, a 16-year-old girl, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

The police service is now working to locate the van involved, which is described as:

  • Ford F series (250 or 350) Super Duty
  • Four doors
  • Grey
  • Logo on the door suggests the van could be equipped with a diesel engine
  • Set of running boards
  • Door handles vertical
  • At the time of the crash, a large ladder was in the back box

The SPVG is asking anyone with information to contact its info line at 819 243-4636, option 5.

Police are also thanking all those who stayed on scene to help the victim, and witnesses who have assisted with the investigation.

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