Hamilton police are appealing for witnesses after a 65-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run collision on the Mountain late Wednesday night.
Police say they were called out to a location near Mohawk Road East and Seven Oaks Drive just after 11 p.m. for a report of a fail-to-remain crash.
Upon arrival, officers reportedly discovered the victim on the roadway by an apartment complex at 270 Mohawk Rd. E.
Reconstruction unit investigators believe the man was hit as he crossed Mohawk Road in front of the building.
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“It was in front of 270 Mohawk Road East which is not a marked crosswalk,” Const. Jerome Stewart told Global News.
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The vehicle involved in the incident is believed to have continued travelling eastbound.
Police confirmed the incident is the fifth pedestrian death for 2019.
Anyone with information can reach out to detectives at 905-546-4753 or 905-546-4755.
Tips can also be left anonymously with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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