Woman, 21, dies in hit-and-run collision on West Hunt Club Road
A motorcycle collided with a dark-coloured SUV that fled the scene Friday morning in south Ottawa. Police are seeking dashcam and surveillance footage.
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A 21-year-old woman died Friday after her motorcycle collided with a dark-coloured SUV at the intersection of West Hunt Club and Merivale roads in south-end Ottawa. The collision occurred at 5:56 a.m., and the vehicle that struck her left the scene before police arrived.
Emergency crews responded, and the woman was taken to hospital where she died of her injuries. Police believe the SUV may have visible damage to its front bumper and right side.
The Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigation Unit is seeking dashcam footage, surveillance video, doorbell camera footage, and any other video from residents, motorists, and businesses in the area around the intersection. Anyone with information can contact the unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 2345, or provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca.
The death marks the fourth motorcyclist fatality in Ottawa this year. Through 2026, the city has recorded 26 traffic deaths—compared to 23 for all of 2025—including 7 pedestrians, 1 cyclist, 4 motorcyclists, 1 ATV operator, and 1 moped or seated-scooter operator. Ottawa Police have noted a concerning increase in collisions involving both older pedestrians and motorcyclists.
The facts
What time did the collision occur?
The collision occurred at 5:56 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the intersection of West Hunt Club and Merivale roads in south-end Ottawa.
What vehicle hit the motorcycle?
A dark-coloured SUV struck the motorcycle and fled the scene before police arrived.
How many traffic deaths has Ottawa recorded in 2026?
Ottawa has recorded 26 traffic deaths through 2026, including 7 pedestrians, 1 cyclist, 4 motorcyclists, 1 ATV operator, and 1 moped or seated-scooter operator.
How can people report information about the collision?
The Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigation Unit can be reached at 613-236-1222, ext. 2345. Anonymous tips can also be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca.
