Hit-and-Run Collision Under Investigation on Conception Bay Highway

Community Safety Alert for Holyrood and Surrounding Areas

Holyrood RCMP is investigating a two-vehicle collision on Route 60 (Conception Bay Highway) in which one driver reportedly left the scene without stopping. The incident occurred late last week between Holyrood and Chapel’s Cove, and police are now calling on the public to help identify the vehicle and driver involved.

The collision took place at approximately 11:00 a.m. on May 3, when a vehicle travelling toward Holyrood was sideswiped by a dark-coloured vehicle heading toward Harbour Main. The struck vehicle suffered significant damage, but no serious injuries were reported. The driver of the dark-coloured vehicle did not remain at the scene and did not contact police, prompting this appeal for information.

Official RCMP Details

Based on information released by Holyrood RCMP, the known circumstances of the collision are as follows:

• Date and time: Approximately 11:00 a.m. on May 3.
• Location: Route 60 (Conception Bay Highway), between Holyrood and Chapel’s Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador.
• Incident type: Two-vehicle collision with one involved driver failing to remain at the scene (hit-and-run).
• Direction of travel (victim vehicle): Travelling toward Holyrood.
• Direction of travel (suspect vehicle): A dark-coloured vehicle travelling in the opposite direction, toward Harbour Main.
• Collision description: The dark-coloured vehicle reportedly crossed the centre line into oncoming traffic and sideswiped the victim’s vehicle.
• Injuries: The impacted vehicle sustained substantial damage; however, no serious injuries were reported.

Suspect Vehicle – Damage and Evidence Sought

Police believe the dark-coloured suspect vehicle may show clear signs of collision-related damage. While the exact make and model are not known, potential damage could include:

• Broken or damaged driver’s side mirror.
• One or more flat tires.
• Visible body damage or damage to the rims on the driver’s side.

The investigation remains active, and officers are working to identify the vehicle and driver responsible. Nearby communities along the Conception Bay corridor, including areas tracked in our Holyrood crime statistics and safety data and neighbouring communities such as Conception Harbour, are encouraged to be particularly attentive to recently damaged dark-coloured vehicles that match this general description.

Appeal for Witnesses and Community Assistance

CrimeCanada.ca is joining Holyrood RCMP in asking residents, drivers, and business owners along the Conception Bay Highway to help advance this investigation. Even small details may be crucial.

If you were in the area of Route 60 between Holyrood and Chapel’s Cove around 11:00 a.m. on May 3, or if you have dashcam or property surveillance footage that shows traffic heading toward Harbour Main, you are urged to contact police immediately.

• Information line: Call Holyrood RCMP at (709) 229-3892 if you have:
  • Witnessed the collision or its aftermath;
  • Captured video (dashcam, home, or business surveillance) of the incident;
  • Noticed a dark-coloured vehicle with fresh damage to the driver’s side mirror, tires, or rims in the days following May 3.

Your information could help identify the driver who left the scene and support accountability for unsafe behaviour on this key highway.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, hit-and-run collisions are a serious public safety concern because they combine dangerous driving with a failure to provide assistance or information after a crash. On major routes such as the Conception Bay Highway, where traffic flows between multiple small communities, one reckless action can put many road users at risk. Community members who promptly report suspicious driving, unexpected vehicle damage, or relevant video footage play a direct role in keeping these roadways safer. We encourage drivers across Newfoundland and Labrador to regularly review dashcam recordings after witnessing unusual driving behaviour and to share any potential evidence with police, as timely reporting can be decisive in investigations like this.

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 newfoundland-and-labrador 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.