80-year-old woman killed in Vancouver hit-and-run, suspect in custody

Police say a woman was killed in a hit-and-run collision in East Vancouver on Wednesday.

In a media release, Vancouver police said the 80-year-old victim was struck while crossing Nanaimo Street at East Hastings Street, shortly before 2:30 p.m.

The driver didn’t stay at the scene, but police said they subsequently located the vehicle and have taken one person into custody.

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Anyone who witnessed the crash or has video shot in the area at the time is asked to contact Vancouver police at 604-717-3012.

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