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Powell River RCMP seek information about hit and run

Incident occurred May 20 on Highway 101 near Sliammon Road
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Powell River RCMP detachment.

At 2:22 pm on May 20, Powell River RCMP responded to a hit and run on Highway 101 (north) near Sliammon Road.

A witness reported that a black truck with a canopy hit a school bus sign on the highway and fled the scene.

Police are seeking information from anyone who may have dash cam footage or information about the driver and vehicle. Damage to the black pickup would be to the passenger side mirror area.

Powell River RCMP file number is 2022-2207.

Anyone with information about the incident above is asked to contact Powell River RCMP at 604.485.6255, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477) or online at bccrimestoppers.com.

Powell River RCMP reported 97 total calls for service from May 18 to 24, including nine thefts, two for impaired driving, four assaults, one for mischief and five related to mental health.