RCMP appeal for tips in downtown Vernon hit-and-run

VERNON – Police are investigating a hit-and-run that sent two people to hospital with minor injuries.

On March 7, police responded to a two vehicle hit-and-run in the area of 39 Avenue and 36 Street, Vernon RCMP spokesperson Const. Kelly Brett says in a release.

“It is alleged that a grey Hyundai van struck a grey Honda Civic with the occupants of the van fleeing the scene and leaving the van behind,” Brett says in the release.

Police found the grey van unoccupied and learned it was registered to a 28-year-old Vernon woman. The two occupants of the Honda Civic were treated for minor injuries by B.C. Ambulance and taken to hospital as a precaution.

“Investigators have since learned the registered owner made a report to the RCMP shortly after the incident occurred that her vehicle was allegedly taken without her consent,” Brett says. “The investigation into this matter is ongoing and the registered owner of the van could be facing possible motor vehicle act charges.”

Witness reports also suggest a white Pontiac Grand Am may have been involved as it picked up the occupants of the van and drove away, Brett says.

If anyone has any information regarding this collision and the occupants involved, please contact the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP at 250-545-7171. You can also remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or leave a tip online.

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