RCMP Seeks Driver After Hit and Run in Shediac, New Brunswick

Community Safety Alert: Witnesses Needed in Shediac Hit and Run

The Shediac RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance following a hit and run collision in Shediac, New Brunswick. The incident occurred on the morning of May 11, 2026, and investigators are working to identify the driver involved.

At approximately 8:43 a.m., a collision took place at the intersection of Inglis Street and Main Street in Shediac. A blue Chevrolet Equinox struck another vehicle and left the scene before police arrived. One person was taken to hospital with injuries believed to be minor. Police have since located the suspect vehicle, but the identity of the driver at the time of the crash remains unknown.

Official Incident Details

According to the official information from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the following details are confirmed:

• Date of incident: May 11, 2026
• Time: Approximately 8:43 a.m.
• Location: Intersection of Inglis Street and Main Street in Shediac, N.B.
• Type of incident: Hit and run motor vehicle collision
• Vehicle involved: Blue Chevrolet Equinox
• Injuries: One individual transported to hospital with injuries believed to be minor
• Vehicle status: The involved blue Chevrolet Equinox has been located by police
• Outstanding focus of investigation: Identification of the driver at the time of the collision

How the Public Can Help

CrimeCanada.ca is urgently calling on our community to assist the Shediac RCMP in identifying the driver involved in this hit and run. If you were in the area of Inglis Street and Main Street around 8:43 a.m. on May 11, 2026, or if you have dashcam footage, residential or business video, or any information related to this blue Chevrolet Equinox or its driver, you are strongly encouraged to come forward.

Please contact investigators directly at:

• Shediac RCMP Detachment: 506-533-5151
• Email (Shediac / Southeast District RCMP): [email protected]

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers through any of the following:

• Phone: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
• P3 Mobile App: Submit an anonymous tip via the secure P3 Mobile App
• Online: Submit a Secure Web Tip at www.crimenb.ca

Members of the CrimeCanada.ca community who have relevant information can also consult our guidance on how to safely report a tip to police or Crime Stoppers if they are unsure how to proceed.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

Hit and run collisions, even when injuries appear minor, are serious community safety concerns for residents of New Brunswick. Leaving the scene of a crash prevents first responders from getting immediate information, can delay medical care, and undermines trust on local roads. Busy community intersections like Inglis Street and Main Street in Shediac are shared spaces for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists, and accountability after a collision is essential for everyone’s safety.

From a wider safety standpoint, areas across New Brunswick, from coastal towns like Shediac to smaller communities such as those found in regional profiles like our Rexton, New Brunswick crime statistics and safety data, all benefit when residents report risky driving, near-misses, and suspected impaired or distracted driving. If you witness a collision, prioritize calling 911 if there are injuries, remain at a safe distance, and, when possible, note key details such as vehicle make, colour, licence plate, direction of travel, and time of incident. Saving this type of information can be critical for investigators and for holding drivers accountable.

CrimeCanada.ca will continue to monitor ongoing safety alerts and policing updates to help residents stay informed. Community cooperation with police investigations is one of the most effective tools we have to reduce repeat offences, protect vulnerable road users, and strengthen overall public safety in New Brunswick.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the new-brunswick community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.