18-year-old cyclist killed in midday hit-and-run in Montreal

An 18-year-old cyclist tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run incident that occurred in Montreal's Ahuntsic neighborhood on Friday afternoon. According to Montreal police, the cyclist was struck by a vehicle driven by a reckless individual who fled the scene before emergency responders arrived at the scene.

Quebec’s police watchdog agency revealed that the vehicle was reportedly being pursued by an unmarked provincial police patrol car just moments before the tragic collision. Early reports suggest that police believed the vehicle had committed a "possible violation" of road safety laws, prompting them to attempt to stop the driver. However, the driver chose to flee the scene and immediately hit the young cyclist.

The collision took place at the intersection of Henri-Bourassa Boulevard and Jeanne-Mance Street shortly before noon. Sadly, the cyclist succumbed to his injuries at the scene. In response to this incident, the province’s police investigations bureau, which handles probes into situations involving law enforcement officers, has launched a thorough investigation into the matter.