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Witnesses Sought After Cyclist Hit-and-Run in Richmond, BC
Community Safety Alert – Richmond Cyclist Struck by Grey SUV
On the morning of June 25, 2026, a cyclist was injured in a collision with a grey SUV along the 7100 block of Grant McConachie Way in Richmond, British Columbia, near the on-ramp to Russ Baker Way. The crash occurred at approximately 10:00 a.m. in a busy traffic corridor serving Vancouver International Airport.
The cyclist was transported to a local hospital, treated for injuries, and later released. The driver of the grey SUV left the scene and has not yet contacted Richmond RCMP. Police are actively appealing to the public for witnesses and video evidence to help identify the vehicle and clarify what happened.
Help Needed: Did You See This Collision?
CrimeCanada.ca is urgently calling on our community for assistance. If you were driving, cycling, walking, or working in the area at the time, your observations or dashcam footage could be crucial. This incident highlights the broader road safety challenges seen across B.C. communities, similar to trends documented in municipal safety profiles such as the Trail, British Columbia crime and safety data.
Official RCMP Incident Details
According to the official report from Richmond RCMP:
- Date of incident: June 25, 2026
- Time: Around 10:00 a.m.
- Location: 7100 block of Grant McConachie Way, near the on-ramp to Russ Baker Way, Richmond, BC
- Vehicles/parties involved:
- A cyclist travelling along Grant McConachie Way
- A grey SUV that struck the cyclist and left the scene
- Injuries: Cyclist sustained injuries, was taken to a local hospital, treated, and released
- Driver status: The driver of the grey SUV did not remain at the scene and has not yet reached out to police
Key Witnesses and Vehicles Sought
Investigators believe several motorists may have seen the collision or events immediately before or after it. Richmond RCMP are specifically looking to speak with:
- The driver of a green vehicle with a stripe down the middle that was in the area at the time
- The driver of a black Tesla that was also nearby and may have witnessed the impact or aftermath
These individuals are considered potential witnesses and not suspects at this time. Their information or dashcam recordings could significantly assist the investigation.
How to Contact Richmond RCMP With Information
If you:
- Witnessed the collision or the moments leading up to it
- Were driving in the area around 10:00 a.m. on June 25, 2026
- Have dashcam footage from the vicinity of Grant McConachie Way and Russ Baker Way
- Recognize the description of the grey SUV, the green vehicle with a stripe, or the black Tesla
please contact Richmond RCMP immediately at 604-278-1212 and quote file number 2026-19994.
Members of the public who prefer to share information through a community-focused platform can also use CrimeCanada.ca’s Contact & Report a Tip form to learn more about safe reporting options, including how to pass tips directly to police or Crime Stoppers where available.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this hit-and-run collision underscores a persistent safety concern on busy commuter and airport routes across British Columbia. Cyclists are especially vulnerable in mixed traffic, and a driver leaving the scene not only violates legal obligations but also undermines trust and safety on our roads. We encourage all motorists to slow down near on-ramps, shoulder-check carefully for cyclists, and ensure they remain at the scene and call 911 immediately if involved in any collision causing injury or damage. Community vigilance and prompt reporting of incidents like this are essential steps toward reducing serious road injuries and building safer streets for everyone.
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 british-columbia 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.
