Chilliwack RCMP arrest 38-year-old Chilliwack man following hit and run collision in Greendale

CHILLIWACK — An unidentified 38-year-old Chilliwack man has been arrested by authorities on outstanding warrants following a hit and run accident that happened in Greendale on Wednesday (Oct. 5).

According to Sgt. Krista Vrolyk, media spokesperson for the Upper Fraser Valley RCMP detachment, Chilliwack RCMP responded at approximately 1:45 p.m. to a report of a hit and run collision at Yale Road and Chadsey Road after a black Honda Civic crashed into a white SUV and fled the scene.

Police attended the area and located the suspect vehicle nearby. A 38-year-old Chilliwack male was located by Police Dog Services near the vehicle and was subsequently arrested on outstanding warrants. The man was held in custody pending his court appearance. The driver of the SUV was treated by B.C. Ambulance for non-life threatening injuries.

Investigation into the hit and run collision remains ongoing, Sgt. Vrolyk said.