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Posted: Feb. 12, 2024 10:27AMThe driver in the fatal hit-and-run in Courtenay on Thursday has been charged with murder and failing to stop, according to RCMP.
The hit-and-run occurred on Feb. 8 just before 11 p.m., at which point Comox Valley RCMP were called to the Comox Valley Parkway near Minto Road for an injured cyclist. Paramedics and firefighters from the Cumberland Fire Department provided emergency medical assistance, but the cyclist died of his injuries after being brought to the hospital.The Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crime Unit conducted the investigation and was able to locate the suspect vehicle on Feb. 10.Sign up for the CHEK Now daily email newsletter to get breaking news and the day's top stories sent to your email.
He remains in custody and no more information will be released by RCMP as the matter is before the courts.
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