Kingston Police has arrested a 53-year-old local man in connection with a hit-and-run collision that resulted in the death of a pedestrian.
Around 7:20 p.m, emergency services were called to Princess Street at Midland Avenue, near the Cataraqui Town Centre, where a 41 year old local woman was hit by an eastbound SUV. She later died in hospital.
Investigators were able to narrow down the suspect vehicle to a silver or grey older model Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon or Cadillac Escalade based on video surveillance.
On Saturday afternoon around 1:15 p.m., detectives received information about a specific sports utility vehicle.
The vehicle was located in the city of Kingston and the 53-year-old owner of the vehicle was arrested at the same address and brought into custody.
The accused man will have a bail hearing today. He is facing one charge of failing to stop at the scene of an accident resulting in death.
The investigation continues. Anyone with information is asked to please contact Kingston Police or Crimestoppers.
