Peel Regional Police have launched a public appeal for information as they search for a driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run collision on Highway 401 in Mississauga on New Year's Day. The incident claimed the life of a woman.
Appeal for Witnesses and Information
Investigators are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or who may have dashcam footage from the area to come forward. The collision occurred on January 1, 2026, on Highway 401 within Mississauga. Emergency crews, including paramedics and police, responded to the scene, but the driver involved did not remain at the location.
The identity of the woman who was fatally struck has not been released by authorities. Police have not provided specific details about the vehicle they are seeking, indicating the investigation is in its early stages as they work to piece together the events leading to the tragedy.
Ongoing Investigation into Fatal Crash
The Peel Regional Police's Major Collision Bureau has taken charge of the case. Their appeal was made public on January 7, 2026, as they continue to gather evidence. The call for assistance highlights the critical role that public tips and video evidence often play in solving hit-and-run investigations.
Authorities are combing through any available traffic camera footage from the highway and its on-ramps and off-ramps in the vicinity. They are also speaking to potential witnesses who were traveling on the 401 during the early hours of New Year's Day.
Community Impact and Police Plea
Fatal hit-and-run incidents have a profound impact on the victim's family and the broader community, leaving unanswered questions and compounding the grief. Peel Police are emphasizing the importance of accountability and are determined to locate the responsible driver.
Anyone with information is strongly encouraged to contact Peel Regional Police or Crime Stoppers anonymously. Even a small detail that may seem insignificant could be the key piece of information needed to advance the investigation and provide closure for the victim's loved ones.
The search continues as police work to bring justice in this tragic start to the new year on one of Ontario's busiest highways.
