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By battlefordsNOW Staff

Hit and Run Incident Leaves One Person Dead in Cut Knife

Nov 26, 2023 | 10:25 AM

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Cut Knife RCMP is appealing to the public for assistance in gathering more information regarding a tragic hit and run incident that resulted in the death of an individual.

On the evening of Friday, a collision involving a pedestrian occurred approximately two kilometers east of Cut Knife on Highway 40. The local police were alerted to the incident around 8:00 PM and promptly responded to the scene.

Upon arrival, law enforcement officers and paramedics discovered an injured man who, unfortunately, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the location. The victim has been identified as a 26-year-old man from the Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation. His grieving family has been notified of the devastating news.

Following an initial investigation, it has been determined that the victim was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene immediately after the collision. The driver responsible for this reprehensible act and the vehicle involved remain unidentified and at large.

The Cut Knife RCMP is now urging anyone with any information about the incident or the whereabouts of the driver to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. Providing details that could help identify the suspect and bring them to justice is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.

The loss of a young life is always a tragedy, and the community of Cut Knife is left mourning the untimely death of the 26-year-old from the Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation. The RCMP is working diligently to bring closure to the victim’s family and hold those responsible accountable for their actions.

Anyone who witnessed the hit and run incident or has any relevant information is urged to contact the Cut Knife RCMP immediately. The authorities assure that all tips will be treated confidentially, and the identity of the informant will be protected.

The Cut Knife RCMP is committed to ensuring the safety of its residents and will continue to work tirelessly to bring justice to the victim and their family. They are hopeful that with the support of the community, the driver involved in this tragic hit and run incident will be apprehended without delay.