Pedestrian first fatality on ACT roads in 2019

ACT Policing is investigating a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian that occurred about 8.00pm last night (Friday, 4 January 2019) on Belconnen Way, Belconnen.

The pedestrian was treated by ACT Ambulance Service before being taken to hospital where he died a short time later.

Officer in Charge of Traffic Operations, Acting Station Sergeant David Wills said this is a reminder to be careful on our roads.

“This is a tragic incident and the first fatality on ACT roads in 2019.  I would urge all road users to exercise care and caution on our roads during this busy period.”

Police are encouraging anyone who witnessed or may have dash-cam footage of the incident to contact police on 131444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference 6349018. Information can be provided anonymously.

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Police Media — (02) 6264 9460, act-police-media@afp.gov.au