Community Alert: Hit and Run Involving Pedestrian in Dieppe, NB

Section 1: Overview of the Incident

The Codiac Regional RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance after a pedestrian was struck in a hit-and-run collision in Dieppe, New Brunswick. The incident involved a dark grey SUV and occurred at a busy intersection in the middle of the day, and investigators are now working to identify both the vehicle and its driver.

On May 5, 2026, at approximately 12:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of a pedestrian being hit at the intersection of Champlain Street and Acadie Avenue in Dieppe. The SUV did not remain at the scene and was last observed heading south on Acadie Avenue. A 38-year-old man who was struck received on-scene medical care for injuries believed to be non-life-threatening.

Section 2: Official Details & Request for Public Assistance

The CrimeCanada.ca community is urgently asked to help identify the involved vehicle and driver and to assist investigators with any relevant information or footage. This incident is the subject of an active hit-and-run investigation by the Codiac Regional RCMP.

Key details released by RCMP:

• Date of incident: May 5, 2026
• Time: Approximately 12:20 p.m.
• Location: Intersection of Champlain Street and Acadie Avenue, Dieppe, N.B.
• Direction of travel after collision: Southbound on Acadie Avenue
• Victim: 38-year-old man, treated at the scene; injuries believed to be non-life-threatening

Suspect vehicle description:

• Type: Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV)
• Make/Model: Buick Enclave
• Colour: Dark grey
• Approximate model years: 2013 to 2017

Suspect driver description:

• Gender: Woman
• Approximate age: Late 60s
• Hair: Short, light-coloured hair

Image released by RCMP:

Investigators have shared an image of the suspect and the suspect vehicle to assist with identification:

How to provide information (official channels):

• Contact the Codiac Regional RCMP directly at 506-857-2400 if you:
  • Recognize the vehicle or driver
  • Were in the area at the time of the incident
  • Have dash cam or surveillance footage from around 12:20 p.m. on May 5, 2026, near Champlain Street and Acadie Avenue
  • Have any information that could support the investigation
• Provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers:
  • Phone: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
  • Secure P3 Mobile App
  • Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca

The investigation is ongoing, and even small details from witnesses or dash cam recordings can be critical. If you prefer to reach out through a community-focused platform, you can also review our CrimeCanada.ca guide on how to report a tip safely and effectively.

Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this hit-and-run in Dieppe, New Brunswick highlights the importance of drivers remaining at the scene of any collision, especially those involving pedestrians. Leaving the scene not only increases the seriousness of the incident, it also delays medical care and makes it harder for investigators to understand what happened. Alerts like this, and others on our national safety alerts hub, are shared to empower residents with timely information so they can stay cautious on local roads and support police investigations when needed.

For pedestrians and drivers in New Brunswick, extra vigilance at major intersections is crucial: cross at marked crosswalks, make eye contact with drivers when possible, avoid distractions, and reduce speed when approaching crosswalks or high-traffic zones. If you witness a collision or a suspected hit-and-run, safely note the vehicle description, direction of travel, and any distinguishing features, then contact police as soon as you can. Community awareness and prompt reporting are key tools in creating 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 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.