Advertisement

Suspect in hit-and-run that killed motorcyclist in Surrey turns himself in to police

Click to play video: 'Suspect in fatal hit-and-run of Surrey motorcyclist turns himself in'
Suspect in fatal hit-and-run of Surrey motorcyclist turns himself in
WATCH: The suspect in a hit-and-run crash that killed a motorcyclist in Surrey Friday night has turned himself in to police. Paul Johnson reports – May 11, 2019

The suspect in a hit-and-run that killed a motorcyclist in Surrey late Friday night has turned himself in to police.

Surrey RCMP say the suspect presented himself to the detachment at 9 a.m. Saturday, and remains in custody.

A 53-year-old Surrey man was killed in the crash, which happened at roughly 9:40 p.m. in the area of King George Boulevard and 73 Avenue.

Police say the suspect was driving an older white pick-up truck when he struck the motorcyclist and fled the scene. The victim was thrown from his motorcycle.

King George Boulevard was closed in both directions between 72 Avenue and 74 Avenue for several hours, before reopening early Saturday morning.

Story continues below advertisement

Surrey RCMP are asking any witnesses or dashcam video to contact them or Crime Stoppers as the investigation continues.

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.

Get breaking National news

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

WATCH: (Aired Sept. 4, 2018) Mission motorcycle crash leaves one dead

Click to play video: 'Mission motorcycle crash leaves one dead'
Mission motorcycle crash leaves one dead

Sponsored content

AdChoices