SPS makes arrest following hit-and-run that killed 6-year-old, injured two others

The Surrey Police Service says it has arrested the driver alleged to have committed a hit-and-run that claimed the life of a six-year-old girl and injured two other children late Sunday afternoon.

Officers responded to reports of three pedestrians — all children — being struck by a grey pick-up truck at the intersection of 164 Street and 108 Avenue in Surrey’s Fraser Heights neighbourhood just after 4 p.m.

First responders attended the scene, and despite life-saving medical interventions, a six-year-old girl was pronounced dead.

A seven-year-old girl sustained upper body injuries, and a 16-year-old boy sustained injuries to his leg and torso. Both were transported to hospital in non-life threatening condition.

Police say the driver suspected of having struck the children did not remain at the scene and was found driving eastbound on 104 Avenue shortly after 5 p.m., where it’s reported they hit at least one parked car.

The driver of the suspect vehicle was arrested and remains in custody as the investigation continues. Police believe alcohol may be a contributing factor.

The exact cause of the collision is still unknown, and the SPS is appealing to the public for any information on it, including CCTV or dashcam footage.