OPP looking for driver in Fergus hit-and-run Saturday night
Pedestrian struck near sportsplex sent to hospital with serious injuries
FERGUS – Police are looking to identify a suspect after a hit-and-run late on Saturday night that left a pedestrian with serious injuries.
Wellington County OPP officials say emergency crews responded to the scene, on Wellington Road 18 near the Fergus sportsplex, on May 30 at about 11pm.
The area was busy at the time with thousands of people leaving the sportsplex grounds following the second night of the Meadows Music Festival.
"Upon arrival, emergency responders located an injured male, who had been hit by an eastbound pickup truck," police stated in a May 31 press release.
"According to witnesses, the driver of the pickup truck fled the scene, travelling east on Wellington Road 18. The truck was described as darker in colour."
Police say the injured pedestrian was transported to a Hamilton hospital with serious injuries.
Anyone who witnessed this collision, has dashcam footage or has information can call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip on their website. Tip providers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.
