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Fatal Hit-and-Run on Vaughan’s Pine Valley Drive Remains Unsolved
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Core Event
A 60-year-old woman from Richmond Hill was fatally struck while walking north on Pine Valley Drive in Vaughan. Surveillance video released by York Regional Police shows her exiting a bus and proceeding toward work around 8:30 p.m. on a Sunday. She is seen carrying a small suitcase and a flashlight. Moments later, three northbound vehicles travel the same stretch; the video does not reveal which vehicle made contact. The victim’s body was discovered two days later in an isolated, poorly lit area after a passerby noticed her suitcase.
Investigation Details
York Regional Police investigators have identified three northbound vehicles captured in the footage and are seeking to interview each driver. The police have not publicly named the victim, but they confirm that her next of kin have been notified. Const. Kevin Nebrija noted that the severity of the injuries indicated the driver would have been aware a person had been struck. Police describe the roadway as having a narrow shoulder and no sidewalk, contributing to the hazardous conditions.
Official Statements & Responses
York Regional Police have urged anyone with information or additional video—such as home security or dash-cam recordings from the 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. window—to contact their Major Collision Investigation Unit. Investigators also warned that individuals who conceal evidence by repairing or repainting a vehicle could face criminal charges. The force is encouraging the responsible driver to seek legal advice and turn themselves in.
Data & Statistics
- Victim: 60-year-old female live-in caregiver.
- Vehicles captured: three northbound cars traveling the same direction.
- Time of incident: approximately 8:30 p.m. on a Sunday.
- Discovery: body found two days later after a suitcase was spotted.
What’s Next
Police continue to review additional footage and are appealing to the public for tips. The investigation remains active, with authorities emphasizing that any new information could be critical to identifying the driver responsible for the fatal hit-and-run.
