At approximately 4:05 a.m. on May 29, 2024, Southeast Branch patrol officers were called to assist EMS regarding a hit-and-run collision involving a young cyclist and a vehicle at 48 Street and 34 Avenue. EMS treated the male youth on scene; however, he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) took over the investigation.
Police issued a media release about this fatal collision on May 29, 2024. Subsequently, a second media release was issued on July 2, 2025, after police released video footage of the suspect vehicle as well as a plea for additional tips from the public.
Thanks to tips from the public, police have since located the suspect vehicle at a repair shop in Edmonton. For investigative purposes, the time and location of the vehicle’s recovery is not being shared at this time. When the suspect 2017 blue Mazda 3 was located, repairs and alterations had not been made to the vehicle, as pictured below.
Image of blue 2017 Mazda sedan
“As our investigation into this fatal hit-and-run collision continues, we are encouraged by the new evidence we have obtained through locating and seizing the suspect Mazda 3,” says A/Sgt. Chris Deslaurier, with MCIS. “Our focus remains on bringing a matter of resolution to this young man’s family. We believe there are members of the public who have valuable information that will continue to assist us with our investigative efforts. If you have any information about the collision or the driver of this vehicle, please contact us immediately.”