Senior and Teenager Face Criminal Charges Following December Hit-and-Run Incident in North Edmonton
Edmonton Police Service has officially charged two individuals in connection with a serious multi-vehicle hit-and-run collision that occurred in north Edmonton last December. The incident, which took place on December 16, 2025, resulted in multiple injuries and significant property damage.
Details of the December Collision
According to police reports, officers responded to the scene at approximately 9:10 a.m. on December 16 at the intersection of 132 Avenue and 86 Street. The collision involved multiple vehicles and created a dangerous situation for all involved parties.
The investigation revealed that a Dodge Ram truck traveling northbound on 86 Street failed to stop at a stop sign while turning onto 132 Avenue. The truck subsequently struck a Honda CRV that was traveling eastbound on 132 Avenue, setting off a chain reaction of collisions.
Chain Reaction and Injuries
Following the initial impact, the Honda CRV was propelled into two unoccupied parked vehicles before ricocheting into a Nissan Rogue traveling westbound on 132 Avenue. This multi-vehicle collision resulted in significant injuries to several individuals.
Police confirmed that three of the four youths traveling in the Honda CRV required hospital transport, with one sustaining serious injuries. Additionally, an adult woman and a youth traveling in the Nissan Rogue were also transported to hospital for medical treatment.
Charges Filed Against Both Drivers
On Tuesday, January 23, 2026, Edmonton Police Service announced formal charges against both drivers involved in the incident. The 74-year-old man operating the Dodge Ram truck faces charges under the Traffic Safety Act for:
- Failing to remain at the scene of a collision
- Failing to stop at a stop sign
The 16-year-old boy driving the Honda CRV has been charged with:
- Careless driving
- Driving without a seatbelt
Investigation Findings and Contributing Factors
Police investigators have determined that the speed of the Honda CRV was a contributing factor in the severity of the collision. This finding adds another layer of complexity to the case, as both drivers face allegations of traffic safety violations.
The charges highlight the serious consequences of traffic violations, particularly when they result in injuries to multiple parties. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to traffic safety regulations and the potential legal ramifications when drivers fail to do so.
This incident represents one of the more serious traffic collisions investigated by Edmonton police in recent months, with charges spanning across generations from a senior citizen to a teenager. The legal proceedings will now move forward as both individuals face the consequences of their alleged actions during this December collision.
