Arrest made in fatal hit and run after suspect vehicle found torched in Ontario town
A 33-year-old man was arrested on McNabb Street, according to a release from police. He is facing charges of dangerous driving causing death, failing to remain at a collision resulting in death and arson in connection with the incident.
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On June 16, at around 5:20 p.m., police said emergency services were dispatched to the entrance to Hanover Park after receiving reports of a hit and run involving a pedestrian.
Police said the victim, Hanover resident Sheila Lamont, was crossing the street when she was hit by a vehicle, which fled the scene at a high rate of speed.
Lamont was transported to an area hospital by paramedics, where she later died due to her injuries.
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A couple of days later, Hanover police Chief Christopher Knoll posted a picture of a burnt-up 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser on X, saying that further details were to follow.
Police believe the fire occurred within a couple of hours of the crash. The vehicle was examined by OPP forensic officers.
Hanover is a town of around 8,000 people in Grey County, about 100 kilometres north of Kitchener.
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