Urgent Manhunt Underway: Teen E-Bike Rider Critically Injured in North York Hit-and-Run

Toronto Police are urgently appealing to the public for assistance following a harrowing hit-and-run incident in North York that has left a 15-year-old e-bike rider with serious injuries. The collision, which occurred on Tuesday afternoon, has prompted a major investigation as authorities work tirelessly to identify and apprehend the driver responsible for fleeing the scene.

The distressing event unfolded shortly after 3:30 p.m.

at the busy intersection of Dufferin Street and Apex Road. According to police reports, a young male operating an e-bike was struck by a vehicle. The impact was significant enough to cause serious harm to the teenager, who was subsequently rushed to a local hospital. While his injuries are described as serious, thankfully they are not considered life-threatening, offering a small glimmer of relief amidst the gravity of the situation.

Investigators have released a description of the suspect vehicle, which is believed to be a dark-coloured SUV.

Specifically, police suspect the vehicle to be a Honda CRV model from between 2017 and 2022. This crucial detail provides a starting point for the public to aid in the search. The driver, rather than stopping to render aid or exchange information as required by law, made the reprehensible decision to leave the injured teen behind and escape the area.

The Toronto Police Service is now actively urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or who possesses dashcam or surveillance footage from the vicinity of Dufferin Street and Apex Road around the time of the incident, to come forward.

Every piece of information, no matter how small it may seem, could prove pivotal in piecing together the events and bringing the responsible party to justice. The emotional toll on the victim and his family is immense, and community support is vital in ensuring accountability.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the responsibilities all drivers bear on our roads.

Police are committed to a thorough investigation and have asked anyone with information to contact Traffic Services directly or to leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers. Let’s help ensure that those who inflict harm and abandon their duties are held responsible, and that our roads are safer for all users, especially vulnerable ones like young e-bike riders.