(St. John’s, NL) March 25, 2025 — The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is investigating a hit and run motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian in St. John’s.

On Monday (March 24), at approximately 11 p.m., RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS) and RNC collision analysts responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision on Hamilton Avenue, near the intersection with Shaw Street. Responding officers determined that a male riding a bicycle had been struck by a vehicle, and the vehicle proceeded to flee the scene. The male on the bicycle sustained serious physical injuries and was taken to the hospital to obtain medical support.

The vehicle involved in the collision is described as a white Hyundai sedan, which was believed to be travelling west on Hamilton Avenue near Shaw Street prior to the collision.

The RNC’s collision analysts are seeking any information or video footage in the area between 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Monday night. Please contact the RNC at 709-729-8000 if you have information to assist. To report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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RNC File # 2025-18581

 

Cst. James Cadigan, #775
Public Communications Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
709-729-8658