An RCMP vehicle is seen in Coquitlam B.C., on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns)
A 24-year-old woman is dead and a 23-year-old man injured after a hit-and-run in Berens River on the evening of April 17.
Manitoba RCMP say the two pedestrians were struck by a northbound pickup truck while walking along the north side of the main road around 9:30 p.m. The driver fled the scene.
Officers later identified and arrested 42-year-old David Ernest George of Berens River. He has been charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death, causing bodily harm, and driving while prohibited. He remains in custody.
RCMP continue to investigate.
