Owen Sound Police have identified the victim in a fatal hit and run collision.
Police say on Saturday, May 10th at about 3 a.m. a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle near the intersection of 5th Street East and 5th Avenue East. The vehicle, a 2018 white Honda Civic fled the scene.
The victim has been identified as 19 year old Rohan O’Donoughue of Owen Sound.
O’Donoughue’s family has requested privacy as they grieve their loss.
Police say, following consultation with legal counsel, a 21 year old man from Owen Sound surrendered to police. He has been arrested and charged with failing to stop at an accident causing death and dangerous operation of a conveyance causing death.
Subsequently, Owen Sound Police executed a search warrant at a residence on the city’s west side, where they say key evidence related to the incident was located and seized.
Police say, “While this marks a significant step forward in the investigation, police continue to seek the public’s assistance. Residents and businesses in the area are asked to review any camera footage, including doorbell and dashcam recordings, from the hours surrounding the incident.”
Police say anyone with information—no matter how minor it may seem—is urged to contact:
Detective Geoff Bridgeman
519-376-1234 ext. 1189
gbridgeman@owensoundpolice.com
Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at:
www.crimestop-gb.org
