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Globe and Mail
11-07-2025
- Globe and Mail
Cyclist dies after hit-and-run crash while training for B.C. cancer fundraiser
One of two cyclists who was struck in a hit and run earlier this week in Prince George, B.C., has died of his injuries. Mounties say Shane Kelly was a 'community rider' who had been training with an officer from the detachment for the Cops for Cancer Tour de North fundraiser. Police said in an earlier news release that the pair were hit near a city intersection at 9 a.m. on Monday and the driver didn't stay at the scene. Both cyclists were found on the side of the road and brought to hospital with serious injuries, while police say a suspect vehicle was found nearby and a man was taken into custody. The Mounties say Kelly — who was a 'proud supporter' of fundraising events — died Thursday. They say the investigation is ongoing and police are still looking to speak with witnesses or anyone who may have dash camera footage of the area around the time of the crash. Police have not released the status of the Mountie who was hit alongside Kelly. The police statement says the detachment is 'heartbroken' by the news of Kelly's death, calling him 'a caring and enthusiastic team builder' who was 'driven by a deep commitment to making a difference for children with cancer.' 'Shane's family is taking time to grieve privately and has requested space during this difficult period,' it says.
Global News
11-07-2025
- Global News
Cyclist training for Cops for Cancer dies after Prince George hit and run
One of the cyclists struck in a hit and run in Prince George on July 7 has died. Shane Kelly was one of two riders fundraising for Cops for Cancer Tour de North when they were hit just before 10 a.m. at Ospika Boulevard and McRae Avenue. Prince George RCMP released Kelly's name on Friday and said he succumbed to his injuries a day earlier. 'We are all heartbroken by this news,' Laura Nelson, manager of Cops for Cancer, Canadian Cancer Society, said in a statement. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'Shane was a caring and enthusiastic team builder from the very beginning, offering comradery, encouragement and support to the entire Tour de North team. 'He was driven by a deep commitment to making a difference for children with cancer. Shane's teammates are devastated by the loss of one of their own, in such tragic circumstances.' Story continues below advertisement The other person injured in the hit and run was an RCMP officer. Kelly had previously supported other Canadian Cancer Society fundraising events such as Relay for Life. He also participated in fundraisers for other cancer-related charities, including Wheeling Warriors and Tour de Cure, RCMP said in a statement. Police are still looking to speak with witnesses or anyone in the immediate area when the incident occurred. If anyone has any information, they are asked to call the Prince George RCMP non-emergency number at 250-561-3300 to speak with an investigator. 'Shane's family is taking time to grieve privately and has requested space during this difficult period,' Cpl. Jennifer Cooper, media relations officer with the Prince George RCMP said. 'If you would like to share your condolences or well-wishes, they can be brought to the Prince George RCMP Detachment at 455 Victoria Street. Messages will be gathered and passed along to the family when they are ready to receive them. Your kindness and support are greatly appreciated.'
