Cops seek dirt-bike rider who bolted
Suspect fled scene of collision on Fredericton's north side Sunday, say police
The Fredericton Police Force is turning to the public for tips on the identity of a suspect who fled the scene of an accident Sunday, releasing a photo of the individual.
“On Sept. 10, 2023, at approximately 2:51 p.m., the Fredericton Police Force responded to a hit-and-run collision at the intersection of Pine and Union on the city's north side involving a vehicle and a red 2014 Honda CRF 250 dirt bike, bearing plate number XY0386,” the force said in a news release.
“The driver of the dirt bike, believed to be male, failed to remain at the scene of the accident and fled on foot using the nearby trail system.”
It said the dirt-bike rider may have kept his helmet on as he ran or may have removed it at some point.
The release indicated investigators think it’s likely members of the public may have seen the suspect in the area and might know where the suspect went.
The police force is asking the rider to come forward on his own initiative.
“The Fredericton Police Force would like to remind the public that failure to remain at the scene of an accident can constitute a criminal offence,” the release said.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police force by calling 506-460-2300 or e-mailing brandan.goodyear@fredericton.ca.
Those wishing to remain anonymous are directed to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Tipsters are asked to cite file no. 23-22653 when providing information.
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Thank you Mr.MacPherson for the clarification
It amazes me that when they have a plate number... they can't find the owner of the vehicle.