Calgary police are investigating a hit-and-run collision that occurred in Saddle Ridge on Sunday morning, resulting in a man in his 20s sustaining serious injuries. The incident took place near the 10000 block of 46th Street northeast at approximately 12:30 a.m. after a dispute between several individuals escalated. The pedestrian was standing on the road when he was struck by a newer-model Jeep driven by another man in his 20s. The impact knocked the victim to the ground and dragged him a short distance. Despite the severity of the injuries, the victim was transported to the hospital by his friends.
The Calgary Police Service (CPS) responded to reports of the dispute and found the victim with serious injuries. He was taken to the hospital by his friends. The driver of the Jeep fled the scene, and police are investigating the incident. Speed and impairment are not considered factors in the collision.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of pedestrian safety and the dangers of fleeing the scene of an accident. The Calgary Police Service urges anyone with information about this hit-and-run collision to come forward and contact the police.
