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Woman killed in Oliver

UPDATE 11 A.M. -

Investigators are looking to speak with the driver of an older model Chevy pickup after an elderly woman succumbed to injuries sustained in a pedestrian-involved collision Tuesday morning.
 
At approximately 6:20 a.m. Tuesday emergency services working in Oliver were called to respond to a fatal pedestrian-involved collision which occurred at the intersection of Fairview Road and Highway 97 (Main Street) in Oliver.

On arrival it was confirmed that a single elderly Caucasian female was attempting to cross Main Street when she was struck by a northbound vehicle. Initial investigation represents that the driver of the northbound vehicle stopped with the intent to render assistance.
 
Shortly after this initial contact and before the driver of the northbound vehicle could make contact with the pedestrian a second vehicle, which was also northbound, appears to have struck the pedestrian who was now lying on the road. 

The second vehicle, described as an older late 1980's model white Chevrolet pickup, continued northbound from the intersection. Police are looking to speak with the driver of this vehicle or any witnesses who may have been in the vicinity of this incident.
 
The name of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
 
Further details will be provided by South Okanagan Traffic Services as their investigation continues.
 
Vehicle Description:

  • Older, late 1980's model
  • White Chevrolet pickup
  • No Canopy

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the South Okanagan Traffic Services in Keremeos (250) 499-2250 or remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)


There are unconfirmed reports of an MVA this morning, (Tuesday) in Oliver that may have resulted in a fatality.

Police, fire and ambulance were notified and traffic was controlled at two intersections immediately after the accident.

One source who works in the area stated the victim was an elderly lady with a walker. He stated he heard a loud bang and went to investigate. A number of drivers in the area stopped to provide assistance.

There is no confirmation as yet, on who was hit, and whether or not it was a fatality.

The Oliver RCMP confirmed this morning that the SO Traffic Services will take over the investigation.

The highway is closed in both directions.

A detour is available via Co-Op Avenue and School Avenue.

More details to come.

--With files Oliver Daily News 



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